Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-15021
FDA Receives Petition from Evonik Corporation to Amend Animal Feed Additive Regulations
Buyer
Department of Health and Human Services / Food and Drug Administration
Posted
July 24, 2026
Identifier
2026-15021
This notice announces the FDA's receipt of a food additive petition from Evonik Corporation regarding animal feed regulations. - Government Buyer: - Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) - Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - OEM/Vendor Mentioned: - Evonik Corporation - Products/Services Requested: - No products, part numbers, or quantities are being procured; this is a regulatory petition, not a procurement - Notable Requirements: - Petition seeks to amend regulations to permit the use of ethyl cellulose as a binder and coating for amino acids in ruminant animal feed - Proposed change would affect 21 CFR Part 573, Title 21 - No procurement action, line items, or contract value are associated with this notice
Description
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has filed a food additive petition submitted by Evonik Corporation proposing to amend food additive regulations. The amendment would allow the safe use of ethyl cellulose as a binder and coating on amino acids incorporated into food for ruminant animals. The petition was filed on June 16, 2026, and is categorized as a Proposed Rule under 21 CFR Part 573. The FDA is seeking to ensure the safety of this additive in animal food products.