Characteristics of Using Zinc Oxide in Feed
Zinc oxide is an oxide with low solubility in water but soluble in acids and alkalis. It is widely used in animal feed. Below are some characteristics of zinc oxide when applied in feed.
Compared with other zinc sources, zinc oxide typically offers a lower cost per unit of zinc, reducing additive expenses. As a dry powdered zinc source, it is stable, non-hygroscopic, non-caking and easy to store and process, with minimal impact on vitamins in feed. Zinc oxide is also well absorbed by animals, providing effective zinc supplementation.
These benefits explain its widespread use in various feeds. Farmers should check feed labels for zinc oxide content to ensure appropriate supplementation for animal health and growth.