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To evaluate the safety of astaxanthin as a feed additive for aquatic species and users.

April 14, 2026EFSA JournalOpen Access

Assessment of the feed additive consisting of astaxanthin (2a161j) for fish, crustaceans and ornamental fish for the renewal of its authorisation (BASF SE, DSM Nutritional Products Ltd., JYB Europe BV, NHU EUROPE GmbH)

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European Commission seeks renewal of astaxanthin safety for fish and crustaceans, confirming its authorized use.

To evaluate the safety of astaxanthin as a feed additive for aquatic species and users.
Reviewed existing safety data on astaxanthin
Assessed application for renewal of authorization
Evaluated safety for target species, consumers, and environment
Astaxanthin is deemed safe under authorized conditions
It is non-irritant to skin and eyes
Considered a dermal and respiratory sensitiser for users
No new evidence suggested a need to reassess its safety

(FEEDAP) et al. (2026) studied this question.

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