Assessment of the feed additive consisting of Lentilactobacillus buchneri ATCC PTA‐2494 for all animal species for the renewal of its authorisation (Pioneer Hi‐Bred International, Inc.)

Abstract

Abstract Following a request from the European Commission, EFSA was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the assessment of the application for renewal of Lentilactobacillus buchneri ATCC PTA‐2494 as a technological additive (functional group: silage additives) for all animal species. The applicant has provided evidence that the additive currently on the market complies with the existing terms of the authorisation. The EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP) concluded that the additive remains safe for all animal species, consumers and the environment. Regarding user safety, the Panel considers that any exposure through skin and respiratory tract is considered a risk. The Panel cannot conclude on the eye irritation potential of the additive due to the lack of data. There is no need for assessing the efficacy of the additive in the context of the renewal of the authorisation.

Keywords

• Lentilactobacillus buchneri ATCC PTA‐2494
• QPS
• renewal
• safety
• silage additives
• technological additives