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CVM GFI #258 Use of Tracers in Animal Food, Type A Medicated Articles, and Medicated Feeds October 2022

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Final
Docket Number:
FDA-2021-D-1246
Issued by:
Guidance Issuing Office
Center for Veterinary Medicine

Manufacturers of animal food, Type A medicated articles, and medicated feeds use tracers to identify a particular product, to allow for determination of the presence of a particular ingredient, or for other purposes.  Tracers are designed to be inert, harmless, and easily detectable.  The purpose of this document is to provide guidance on the use of tracers in animal food, Type A medicated articles, and medicated feeds.  

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