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Feed Additives

Feed additives is chemical substance incorporated into animal feed formulation to help prevent clumping, ensure smooth mixing and pelletizing, protect feed from moisture, and extend shelf life.

Feed Additives

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Our Animal Feed Additives Chemical Product

AdditiveRole in Animal Feed Additives
Calcium Stearate (Ca-St)Neutralizer, lubricant, dispersant. Used in plastics and rubber for heat stability and flow improvement.
Magnesium Stearate (Mg-St)Neutralizer, lubricant, dispersant. Used in tablets, plastics, and cosmetics to reduce sticking.
Sodium Stearate (Na-St)Emulsifier, stabilizer, thickener. Common in soaps, cosmetics, and detergents.
Zinc Stearate (Zn-St)Neutralizer, lubricant, pressure reducer, dispersant. Used in plastics, rubber, and coatings for mold release and pigment dispersion.

Applications of Our Feed Additives

Feed additives play a vital role in the animal such as swine, cattle, and poultry nutrition industry by improving the quality and efficiency of feed formulations. These stearate act as lubricants, anti-caking agents, and flow enhancers, ensuring uniform mixing and preventing clumping during feed processing and storage. Their hydrophobic properties also help improve pellet durability and reduce moisture absorption. To explain easily feed additives optimize the handling and functionality of animal feeds to meet specific nutritional and manufacturing requirements.

Feed Additives In Feed Production Industry

In the feed production industry, feed additives are essential for maintaining consistent product quality and operational efficiency. Stearates and other performance-enhancing additives improve the flowability of powdered ingredients, prevent bridging in silos, and reduce buildup in mixers and extruders. By enhancing the mechanical stability and texture of feed pellets, these feed additives enable manufacturers to achieve higher throughput, lower energy consumption, and maintain the nutritional balance of animal feed formulations across large-scale production lines.

Feed Additives In Pharmaceutical Industry

In the pharmaceutical sector, particularly in the manufacturing of veterinary medicines and nutritional supplements, feed additives such as calcium stearate or magnesium stearate serve as efficient lubricants and release agents. They improve powder flow during granulation, aid in tablet compression, and prevent sticking to molds and dies. These feed-grade additives ensure consistent tablet quality, enhance production efficiency, and maintain safety standards required for both animal health products and selected human pharmaceutical applications.

Key Types of Our Animal Feed Additives

  • Anti-caking Agents – Prevent clumping, keeping powders free-flowing for consistent handling and dosing. Case study: A feed mill reduced blockages in bulk powder mixing by 60% after switching to our anti-caking agent, ensuring more accurate dosing and smoother production.
  • Flowability Agents – Improve material flow in equipment, reducing blockages and maintenance costs. Case study: A animal feed producer cut hopper downtime by 30% and minimized machine wear by incorporating our flowability agent into daily feed production.
  • Carriers – Disperse active compounds evenly, ensuring uniform nutrient intake. Case study: A pet food manufacturer achieved consistent vitamin distribution across all batches, improving animal growth rates and reducing nutrient waste.
  • Water-repellents – Protect against moisture, preserving feed quality and shelf life. Case study: A livestock feed warehouse extended product shelf life from 3 to 6 months by using our water-repellent additive, preventing caking and mold formation.
  • Release Agents – Reduce sticking during processing, boosting efficiency and minimizing waste. Case study: An aquafeed producer eliminated 95% of pellet sticking in extrusion lines, improving throughput and reducing material loss.
  • Coating Agents – Add a protective layer to improve stability, palatability, and nutrient release. Case study: A swine feed company increased feed intake and nutrient absorption by applying our coating agents, enhancing overall growth performance.
  • Gelling Agents – Strengthen pellet texture, essential for aqua feed and pet food durability. Case study: A premium dog food producer improved kibble hardness and reduced breakage during transport, enhancing customer satisfaction.

Our Standard and Certifications

At Evergreen Thailand, quality and trust come first. We are proudly certified with ISO 9001, Codex GHPs/HACCP, and JC II membership, reflecting our commitment to global standards in safety and excellence. Since 1993, our vegetable-based raw materials have also been HALAL certified, giving our customers confidence in every product we deliver.