Biotin (Vitamin B7)

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B group vitamins act as coenzymes on different metabolic pathways and, in many biochemical reactions multiple B-group vitamins are involved at the same time. Their presence is fundamental for the normal functioning of the organism.

Biotin: a metabolic driver with important functions in skin, foot and hoof health 

Biotin is a coenzyme essential for gluconeogenesis, lipogenesis and the elongation of essential fatty acids. It is important for the normal functioning of the reproductive and nervous systems and of the thyroid and adrenal glands.

Trials show that all animals respond to supplementary Biotin which suggests that endogenous Biotin supply is sub-optimal. Biotin supplementation in dairy cows (2 mg/h/day) has been demonstrated to significantly improve milk yield.

Biotin reduces foot disorders in poultry and builds stronger hooves in pigs and ruminants. 

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dsm-firmenich ProductContent (min.)Formulation TechnologyApplication
ROVIMIX® Biotin2% (20 g/kg)Spray-dried powder, water dispersibleMash, Pellet, Expansion, Extrusion, Milk replacer/Water
ROVIMIX® Biotin HP10% (100 g/kg)Spray-dried powder, water dispersibleMash, Pellet, Expansion, Extrusion, Milk replacer/Water

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Main functions:

  • Coenzyme in protein, fat and carbohydrate metabolism
  • Normal blood glucose level
  • Synthesis of fatty acids, nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) and proteins (keratin)

Deficiency symptoms:

  • Fertility disorders
  • Rough and brittle feathers, poor plumage
  • Dermatitis of foot pads 
  • Deformation of the beak
  • Fatty liver and kidney syndrome (FLKS)

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Main functions:

  • Coenzyme in protein, fat and carbohydrates metabolism
  • Normal blood glucose level
  • Synthesis of fatty acids, nucleic acids (DNA and RNA)  and proteins (keratin)

Deficiency symptoms:

  • Reduced appetite, retarded growth
  • Fertility disorders
  • Skin ulcers, alopecia, hair loss and dermatitis
  • Inflammation of the hooves and hoof-sole lesions
  • Diarrhoea, eye inflammation and changes in oral mucosa

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Main functions:

  • Coenzyme in protein, fat and carbohydrates metabolism
  • Normal blood glucose level
  • Synthesis of fatty acids, nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) and proteins (keratin)

Deficiency symptoms:

  • Loss of appetite and growth retardation
  • Foot problems including brittle horns and cracks in hooves
  • Dermatitis
  • Fertility disorders

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Main functions:

  • Coenzyme in protein, fat and carbohydrates metabolism
  • Normal blood glucose level
  • Synthesis of fatty acids, nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) and proteins (keratin)

Deficiency symptoms:

  • Fatty liver
  • Gill pathological changes
  • Retarded growth
  • Hemorrhage
  • Hyperirritability
  • Lesions
  • Lethargy
  • Loss of appetite up to anorexia
  • Organ pathological changes (pancreas, kidney, liver, intestine)
  • Skin: increase in dermal mucous dells, loss of skin mucosa, skin depigmentation, dark skin coloration
  • Tetany

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