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Caltrin-L
Caltrin-L
Tributyrin (C15H22O6) is a triglyceride composed of three butyric acid molecules esterified with a glycerol backbone. It is a natural compound classified as an ester of butyric acid, a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA). Tributyrin is often used in animal nutrition as a source of butyrate, a critical energy source for gut epithelial cells and a key regulator of gut health.
Product Parameters
| Trade name | Caltrin -L |
| CAS NO. | 60-01-5 |
| Packaging | Available in 1000kg IBC tank or 25kg/drum |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow oily liquid at room temperature |
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Characteristics
- Available in dry and liquid form
- Heat stable up to 150°C
- Neutral taste and odour
- Stable during pelletizing/extrusion
- Manufactured in certified FamiQS & ISO facilities
Benefits
Gut Health:
Gut Barrier Integrity: supported the maintenance and repaired of the intestinal epithelial barrier, promoting gut health and reducing the risk of intestinal disorders.
Anti-inflammatory Effects: reduced gut inflammation, improved overall intestinal function and nutrient absorption.
Improved Feed Conversion and Performance:
Enhanced Nutrient Absorption: improved the efficiency of nutrient absorption by supporting intestinal health, leading to better feed conversion ratios in animals.
Weight Gain and Growth: enhanced growth rates and weight gain, particularly in young animals or during stressful transitions.
Energy Source:
Supports Energy Metabolism: Butyrate, released from tributyrin, is a major energy source for colonocytes (cells in the colon), improving energy efficiency and animal vitality.
Stress Reduction:
Reduces Stress-related Disorders: mitigated the negative effects of stress (e.g., from weaning or transportation) by maintaining gut health, thus supporting the animal’s overall resilience.
Immune System Support:
Immune Modulation: stimulated immune function by enhancing the gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT)
Applications in Animal Nutrition
Poultry: Used to improve feed conversion, boost growth rates, and reduce the risk of intestinal diseases like necrotic enteritis.
Swine: Helps in reducing weaning stress, improving gut health, and supporting better growth performance.
Ruminants: Beneficial for maintaining rumen health, improving milk yield in dairy cattle, and supporting overall performance.
Aquaculture: Tributyrin can enhance the intestinal health of fish, leading to better growth and disease resistance.
Usage&Dosage
(Mixed with complete feed)
| Species | Dosage(kg/t) |
| Swine | 0.5-2.0 |
| Poultry | 0.3-1.0 |
| Aquatic | 1.0-3.0 |
| Ruminant | 4.0-8.0 |
For dry form, please click Caltrin-P
