Assessment of the feed additive consisting of zinc chelate of amino acids hydrate (3b606) for all animal species for the renewal of its authorisation (Zinpro Animal Nutrition (Europe), Inc.)

Following a request from the European Commission, the EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP) was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the assessment of the application for renewal of authorisation of zinc chelate of amino acids hydrate as a feed additive for all animal species. The applicant has provided data demonstrating that the additive currently in the market complies with the conditions of authorisation. There is no new evidence that would lead the FEEDAP Panel to reconsider its previous conclusions. Thus, the FEEDAP Panel concludes that the additive remains safe for the target species and consumers. Regarding user safety, the additive is an eye irritant. It is also considered a skin and respiratory sensitiser. Exposure of users by any route is considered a risk and should be minimised. The FEEDAP Panel is not in a position to conclude on the environmental safety of the additive. The conclusions of the forthcoming opinion on the environmental risk assessment of trace elements are expected to be directly applicable to the present assessment and will inform the final evaluation. There is no need to assess the efficacy of the additive in the context of the renewal of the authorisation.