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BRISBANE: +61 7 350 36778 MELBOURNE : +61 3 994 84091 SYDNEY: +61 2 802 28423
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SODIUM BENTONITE is a highly swelling natural clay, available as a fine powder and in granular form. SODIUM BENTONITE is used in stock feed for its benefits of high water absorption, cation exchange ability and organic absorption properties.
Fine bentonite is useful as a binder in pelleted feeds.
The granular form of bentonite is recommended for use in meal forms of cattle and sheep feeds. Granular bentonite will not contribute to the level of fines in the feed.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
• Bentonite can be included in feed for all animals, but the recommended levels would vary.
Feedlots:-
• 2% – 4% in starter rations.
• 1% – 2% in finisher rations.
TECHNICAL RELEVANCE
• Scour prevention.
• Inactivation of some dietary toxins.
• Reduction in risk of urea poisoning.
• Reduced incidence of acidosis in feedlots. Improving the adaption to grain feeding.
WITHHOLDING PERIOD
Nil.
STORAGE
Cool, dry conditions.
EXPIRY AFTER MANUFACTURE
Greater than 12 months provided kept in dry condition.
PACK SIZE
Fine – 25kg paper sacks.
Granular – 20kg paper sacks.