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Vitamin B2

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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.

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) the outlooked antioxidant

Primarily vitamin B2 is involved in energy metabolism, catalysing the conversion of carbohydrates into energy. It is also involved in both protein ad fat metabolism. Moreover riboflavin can fight free radicals, hence preventing the damages on cells and DNA they can cause.

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dsm-firmenich ProductContent (min.)Formulation TechnologyApplication
ROVIMIX® B2 80-SD80% (800 g/kg)Spray-dried powderMash, Pellet, Expansion, Extrusion, Milk replacer/Water

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Main functions:

  • Fat and protein metabolism
  • Flavin coenzyme (FMN and FAD) synthesis, essentials for energy production (respiratory chain)
  • Involved in synthesis of steroids, red blood cells and glycogen
  • Integrity of mucosal membranes and antioxidant system within cells

Deficiency symptoms:

  • Reduced feed intake and growth 
  • Reduced absorption of zinc, iron and calcium 
  • Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the digestive tract
  • Peripheral neuropathy, “curled toe paralysis”, chickens walking on their hocks
  • Reduced egg production
  • Increased embryo mortality and reduced hatchability

Main functions:

  • Fat and protein metabolism
  • Flavin coenzyme (FMN and FAD) synthesis, essentials for energy production (respiratory chain)
  • Involved in synthesis of steroids, red blood cells and glycogen
  • Integrity of mucosa membranes and antioxidant system within cells

Deficiency symptoms:

  • Reduced feed intake and growth 
  • Reduced absorption of zinc, iron and calcium 
  • Inflammation of the mucous membranes of digestive tract
  • Scours and ulcerative colitis
  • Fertility impairments

Main functions:

  • Fat and protein metabolism
  • Flavin coenzyme (FMN and FAD) essential for energy production (respiratory chain)
  • Involved in synthesis of steroids, red blood cells and glycogen
  • Integrity of mucosa membranes and antioxidant system within cells

Deficiency symptoms:

  • Reduced feed intake and growth
  • Reduced absorption of zinc, iron and calcium
  • Inflammation of the mucous membranes (corner of the mouth) of the digestive tract
  • Rough hair coat, dermatitis and alopecia
  • More severe in young ruminants

Main functions:

  • Fat and protein metabolism
  • Flavin coenzyme (FMN and FAD) essential for energy production (respiratory chain)
  • Involved in synthesis of steroids, red blood cells and glycogen
  • Integrity of mucosa membranes and antioxidant system within cells

Deficiency symptoms:

  • Abnormal swimming (ataxia)
  • Deformities (spinal, jaws, snout, short-body dwarfism)
  • Snout erosion
  • Growth retardation
  • Emaciation
  • Erosion
  • Eye pathology: cataract
  • Hemorrhage
  • Hyperirritability
  • Lesions of tissues and mucous membranes
  • Lethargy
  • Loss of appetite up to anorexia
  • Organ pathological changes (pancreas, kidney, liver, intestine)
  • Skin: depigmentation, dark skin coloration
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