Title 21

SECTION 558.355

558.355 Monensin.

§ 558.355 Monensin.

(a) Specifications. Type A medicated articles containing 45, 60, 90.7, or 110 grams monensin, USP, per pound.

(b) Sponsors. See sponsors in § 510.600(c) of this chapter for use as in paragraph (f) of this section.

(1) No. 058198 for use as in paragraph (f) of this section.

(2) No. 016592 for use of a Type A medicated article containing 90.7 grams monensin, USP, per pound as in paragraphs (f)(3), (f)(4)(vi), and (f)(6) of this section.

(c) Related tolerances. See § 556.420 of this chapter.

(d) Special considerations. (1) Type C chicken feed containing monensin as the mycelial cake shall bear an expiration date of 90 days after its date of manufacture.

(2)-(3) [Reserved]

(4) Liquid Type B feeds shall bear an expiration date of 8 weeks after its date of manufacture.

(5) All Type A medicated articles containing monensin shall bear the following warning statement: When mixing and handling monensin Type A medicated articles, use protective clothing, impervious gloves, and a dust mask. Operators should wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. If accidental eye contact occurs, immediately rinse thoroughly with water.

(6) All formulations containing monensin shall bear the following caution statement: Do not allow horses or other equines access to feed containing monensin. Ingestion of monensin by horses has been fatal.

(7) Type A medicated articles containing monensin intended for use in cattle and goats shall bear, in addition to the caution statement in paragraph (d)(6) of this section, the following statements:

(i) Monensin medicated cattle and goat feeds are safe for use in cattle and goats only. Consumption by unapproved species may result in toxic reactions.

(ii) Feeding undiluted or mixing errors resulting in high concentrations of monensin has been fatal to cattle and could be fatal to goats.

(iii) Must be thoroughly mixed in feeds before use.

(iv) Do not feed undiluted.

(v) Do not exceed the levels of monensin recommended in the feeding directions, as reduced average daily gains may result.

(vi) Do not feed to lactating goats.

(vii) If feed refusals containing monensin are fed to other groups of cattle, the concentration of monensin in the refusals and amount of refusals fed should be taken into consideration to prevent monensin overdosing (see paragraphs (d)(10)(i) and (d)(10)(ii) of this section).

(viii) A withdrawal period has not been established for this product in pre-ruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal.

(ix) You may notice the following: Reduced voluntary feed intake in dairy cows fed monensin. This reduction increases with higher doses of monensin fed. Rule out monensin as the cause of reduced feed intake before attributing to other causes such as illness, feed management, or the environment. Reduced milk fat percentage in dairy cows fed monensin. This reduction increases with higher doses of monensin fed. Increased incidence of cystic ovaries and metritis in dairy cows fed monensin. Reduced conception rates, increased services per animal, and extended days open and corresponding calving intervals in dairy cows fed monensin. Have a comprehensive and ongoing nutritional, reproductive, and herd health program in place when feeding monensin to dairy cows.

(x) Inadequate mixing (recirculation or agitation) of monensin liquid Type B or Type C medicated feeds has resulted in increased monensin concentration which has been fatal to cattle and could be fatal to goats.

(8) Type A medicated articles containing monensin intended for use in chickens, turkeys, and quail shall bear the following statements:

(i) Do not allow horses, other equines, mature turkeys, or guinea fowl access to feed containing monensin. Ingestion of monensin by horses and guinea fowl has been fatal.

(ii) Must be thoroughly mixed in feeds before use.

(iii) Do not feed undiluted.

(iv) Do not feed to laying chickens.

(v) Do not feed to chickens over 16 weeks of age.

(vi) For replacement chickens intended for use as cage layers only.

(vii) Some strains of turkey coccidia may be monensin tolerant or resistant. Monensin may interfere with development of immunity to turkey coccidiosis.

(viii) In the absence of coccidiosis in broiler chickens the use of monensin with no withdrawal period may limit feed intake resulting in reduced weight gain.

(9) Type B feeds containing monensin shall bear the statements specified in the following paragraphs of this section when intended for use in:

(i) Cattle (as described in paragraphs (f)(3)(i) through (f)(3)(xii) of this section): See paragraphs (d)(6), (d)(7)(i) through (d)(7)(v), (d)(7)(vii), and (d)(7)(viii) of this section.

(ii) Dairy cows (as described in paragraphs (f)(3)(xiii) and (f)(3)(xiv) of this section): See paragraphs (d)(6), (d)(7)(i) through (d)(7)(iv), (d)(7)(vii), (d)(7)(viii), and (d)(7)(ix) of this section.

(iii) Goats: See paragraphs (d)(6) and (d)(7)(i) through (d)(7)(vi) of this section.

(iv) Chickens: See paragraphs (d)(8)(i) through (d)(8)(vi), and (d)(8)(viii) of this section.

(v) Turkeys: See paragraphs (d)(8)(i), (d)(8)(ii), (d)(8)(iii), and (d)(8)(vii) of this section.

(vi) Quail: See paragraphs (d)(8)(i), (d)(8)(ii), and (d)(8)(iii) of this section.

(10) Type C feeds containing monensin shall bear the statements specified in the following paragraphs of this section when intended for use in:

(i) Cattle (as described in paragraphs (f)(3)(i) through (f)(3)(xii) of this section): See paragraphs (d)(6), (d)(7)(i), (d)(7)(v), (d)(7)(vii), and (d)(7)(viii) of this section. Paragraph (d)(7)(vii) of this section does not apply to free-choice Type C medicated feeds as defined in § 510.455 of this chapter.

(ii) Dairy cows (as described in paragraphs (f)(3)(xiii) and (f)(3)(xiv) of this section): See paragraphs (d)(6), (d)(7)(i), (d)(7)(vii), (d)(7)(viii), and (d)(7)(ix) of this section. Paragraph (d)(7)(vii) of this section does not apply to free-choice Type C medicated feeds as defined in § 510.455 of this chapter.

(iii) Goats: See paragraphs (d)(6), (d)(7)(i), (d)(7)(v), and (d)(7)(vi) of this section.

(iv) Chickens: See paragraphs (d)(8)(i), (d)(8)(iv), (d)(8)(v), (d)(8)(vi), and (d)(8)(viii) of this section.

(v) Turkeys: See paragraphs (d)(8)(i) and (d)(8)(vii) of this section.

(vi) Quail: See paragraph (d)(8)(i) of this section.

(11) Type B and Type C liquid feeds requiring recirculation or agitation that contain monensin and are intended for use in cattle (including dairy cows) and goats shall bear the caution statement specified in paragraph (d)(7)(x) of this section.

(12) Mixing directions for liquid feeds requiring recirculation or agitation:

(i) For liquid feeds stored in recirculating tank systems: Recirculate immediately prior to use for not less than 10 minutes, moving not less than 1 percent of the tank contents per minute from the bottom of the tank to the top. Recirculate daily as described even when not used.

(ii) For liquid feeds stored in mechanical, air, or other agitation-type tank systems: Agitate immediately prior to use for not less than 10 minutes, creating a turbulence at the bottom of the tank that is visible at the top. Agitate daily as described even when not used.

(e) [Reserved]

(f) Conditions of use. It is used as follows:

(1) Chickens -

Monensin in grams/ton Combination in grams/ton Indications for use Limitations Sponsor
(i) 90 to 110 Broiler chickens: As an aid in the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. necatrix, E. tenella, E. acervulina, E. brunetti, E. mivati, and E. maxima Feed continuously as the sole ration. In the absence of coccidiosis, the use of monensin with no withdrawal period may limit feed intake resulting in reduced weight gain. Do not feed to laying chickens 058198
(ii) 90 to 110 Replacement chickens intended for use as cage layers: As an aid in the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. necatrix, E. tenella, E. acervulina, E. brunetti, E. mivati, and E. maxima Feed continuously as the sole ration. Do not feed to chickens over 16 weeks of age. Do not feed to laying chickens 058198
(iii) 90 to 110 Bacitracin methylenedisalicylate, 4 to 50 Broiler chickens: As an aid in the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. necatrix, E. tenella, E. acervulina, E. brunetti, E. mivati, and E. maxima, and for improved feed efficiency Feed continuously as sole ration. In the absence of coccidiosis, the use of monensin with no withdrawal period may limit feed intake resulting in reduced weight gain. Do not feed to laying chickens. Bacitracin methylenedisalicylate provided by No. 054771 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter 054771
(iv) 90 to 110 Bacitracin methylenedisalicylate, 4 to 50 Replacement chickens intended for use as cage layers: As an aid in the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. necatrix, E. tenella, E. acervulina, E. brunetti, E. mivati, and E. maxima, and for increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency Feed continuously as sole ration. Do not feed to chickens over 16 weeks of age. Do not feed to laying chickens. Monensin sodium provided by No. 058198, bacitracin methylenedisalicylate provided by No. 054771 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter 054771
(v) 90 to 110 Bacitracin methylenedisalicylate, 5 to 25 Broiler chickens: As an aid in the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. necatrix, E. tenella, E. acervulina, E. brunetti, E. mivati, and E. maxima, and for increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency Feed continuously as sole ration. In the absence of coccidiosis, the use of monensin with no withdrawal period may limit feed intake resulting in reduced weight gain. Do not feed to laying chickens. Bacitracin methylenedisalicylate provided by No. 054771 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter 058198
(vi) 90 to 110 Bacitracin methylenedisalicylate, 50 Broiler and replacement chickens intended for use as cage layers: As an aid in the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. necatrix, E. tenella, E. acervulina, E. brunetti, E. mivati, and E. maxima, and for improved feed efficiency, and as an aid in the prevention of necrotic enteritis caused or complicated by Clostridium spp. or other organisms susceptible to bacitracin Feed continuously as sole ration. Do not feed to chickens over 16 weeks of age. Do not feed to laying chickens. Monensin sodium provided by No. 058198, bacitracin methylenedisalicylate provided by No. 054771 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter 054771
(vii) 90 to 110 Bacitracin zinc, 4 to 50 Broiler chickens: As an aid in the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. necatrix, E. tenella, E. acervulina, E. brunetti, E. mivati, and E. maxima, and for increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency Feed continuously as sole ration. In the absence of coccidiosis, the use of monensin with no withdrawal period may limit feed intake resulting in reduced weight gain. Do not feed to laying chickens. Bacitracin zinc provided by No. 054771 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter 054771
(viii) 90 to 110 Bacitracin zinc, 10 Broiler chickens: As an aid in the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. necatrix, E. tenella, E. acervulina, E. brunetti, E. mivati, and E. maxima, and for increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency Feed continuously as sole ration. In the absence of coccidiosis, the use of monensin with no withdrawal period may limit feed intake resulting in reduced weight gain. Do not feed to laying chickens. Bacitracin zinc provided by No. 054771 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter 058198
(ix) 90 to 110 Bacitracin zinc, 10 to 30 Broiler chickens: As an aid in the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. necatrix, E. tenella, E. acervulina, E. brunetti, E. mivati, and E. maxima, and for improved feed efficiency Feed continuously as sole ration. In the absence of coccidiosis, the use of monensin with no withdrawal period may limit feed intake resulting in reduced weight gain. Do not feed to laying chickens. Bacitracin zinc provided by No. 054771 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter 058198
(x) 90 to 110 Bambermycins, 1 to 2 Broiler chickens: As an aid in the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. necatrix, E. tenella, E. acervulina, E. brunetti, E. mivati, and E. maxima, and for increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency Feed continuously as sole ration. Do not feed to laying chickens. Bambermycins provided by No. 016592 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter 016592, 058198

(2) Turkeys -

Monensin in
grams/ton
Combination
in grams/ton
Indications for use Limitations Sponsor
(i) 54 to 90 Growing turkeys: For the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. adenoeides, E. meleagrimitis, and E. gallopavonis For growing turkeys only. Feed continuously as sole ration. Some strains of turkey coccidia may be monensin tolerant or resistant. Monensin may interfere with development of immunity to turkey coccidiosis. Do not allow horses, other equines, mature turkeys, or guinea fowl access to feed containing monensin. Ingestion of monensin by horses and guinea fowl has been fatal 058198
(ii) 54 to 90 Bacitracin methylenedisalicylate, 4 to 50 Growing turkeys: For the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. adenoeides, E. meleagrimitis, and E. gallopavonis, and for increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency For growing turkeys only. Feed continuously as sole ration. Some strains of turkey coccidia may be monensin tolerant or resistant. Monensin may interfere with development of immunity to turkey coccidiosis. Do not allow horses, other equines, mature turkeys, or guinea fowl access to feed containing monensin. Ingestion of monensin by horses and guinea fowl has been fatal. Bacitracin methylenedisalicylate as provided by No. 054771 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter 058198
(iii) 54 to 90 Bacitracin methylenedisalicylate, 200 Growing turkeys: For the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. adenoeides, E. meleagrimitis, and E. gallopavonis, and as an aid in the control of transmissible enteritis complicated by organisms susceptible to bacitracin methylenedisalicylate For growing turkeys only. Feed continuously as sole ration. Some strains of turkey coccidia may be monensin tolerant or resistant. Monensin may interfere with development of immunity to turkey coccidiosis. Do not allow horses, other equines, mature turkeys, or guinea fowl access to feed containing monensin. Ingestion of monensin by horses and guinea fowl has been fatal. Bacitracin methylenedisalicylate as provided by No. 054771 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter 058198
(iv) 54 to 90 Bambermycins, 1 to 2 Growing turkeys: For the prevention of coccidiosis in turkeys caused by E. adenoeides, E. meleagrimitis, and E. gallopavonis, and for improved feed efficiency For growing turkeys only. Feed continuously as sole ration. Some strains of turkey coccidia may be monensin tolerant or resistant. Monensin may interfere with development of immunity to turkey coccidiosis. Bambermycins as provided by No. 016592 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter 058198
(v) 54 to 90 Bambermycins, 2 Growing turkeys: For the prevention of coccidiosis caused by E. adenoeides, E. meleagrimitis, and E. gallopavonis, and for increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency For growing turkeys only. Feed continuously as sole ration. Some strains of turkey coccidia may be monensin tolerant or resistant. Monensin may interfere with development of immunity to turkey coccidiosis. Bambermycins as provided by No. 016592 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter 058198

(3) Cattle -

Monensin in
grams/ton
Indications for use Limitations Sponsor
(i) 5 to 40 Cattle fed in confinement for slaughter: For improved feed efficiency Feed continuously in complete feed at a rate of 50 to 480 milligrams of monensin per head per day. No additional improvement in feed efficiency has been shown from feeding monensin at levels greater than 30 grams per ton (360 milligrams per head per day) 058198
(ii) 10 to 40 Cattle fed in confinement for slaughter: For prevention and control of coccidiosis due to E. bovis and E. zuernii Feed at a rate of 0.14 to 0.42 milligram per pound of body weight per day, depending upon the severity of challenge, up to maximum of 480 milligrams per head per day 058198
(iii) 10 to 200 Calves excluding veal calves: For prevention and control of coccidiosis due to E. bovis and E. zuernii Feed at a rate of 0.14 to 1.0 milligram monensin per pound of body weight per day, depending upon the severity of challenge, up to maximum of 200 milligrams per head per day 058198
(iv) 11 to 22 Dairy cows: For increased milk production efficiency (production of marketable solids-corrected milk per unit of feed intake) Feed continuously to dry and lactating dairy cows in a total mixed ration (“complete feed”). See special labeling considerations in paragraph (d) of this section 058198
(v) 11 to 400 Dairy cows: For increased milk production efficiency (production of marketable solids-corrected milk per unit of feed intake) Feed continuously to dry and lactating dairy cows in a component feeding system (including top dress). The Type C medicated feed must be fed in a minimum of 1 lb of feed to provide 185 to 660 mg/head/day monensin to lactating cows or 115 to 410 mg/head/day monensin to dry cows. See special labeling considerations in paragraph (d) of this section 058198
(vi) 15 to 400 Growing cattle on pasture or in dry lot (stocker and feeder cattle and dairy and beef replacement heifers): For increased rate of weight gain, and for prevention and control of coccidiosis due to E. bovis and E. zuernii For increased rate of weight gain, feed at a rate of 50 to 200 milligrams monensin per head per day in not less than 1 pound of feed or, after the 5th day, feed at a rate of 400 milligrams per head per day every other day in not less than 2 pounds of feed. For prevention and control of coccidiosis, feed at a rate of 0.14 to 0.42 milligram per pound of body weight per day, depending on severity of challenge, up to 200 milligrams per head per day. During first 5 days of feeding, cattle should receive no more than 100 milligrams per day in not less than 1 pound of feed 058198
(vii) 25 to 400 For improved feed efficiency, and for prevention and control of coccidiosis due to E. bovis and E. zuernii Feed to mature reproducing beef cows. Feed as supplemental feed, either hand-fed in a minimum of 1 pound of feed or mixed in a total ration. For improved feed efficiency, feed continuously at a rate of 50 to 200 milligrams monensin per head per day. For prevention and control of coccidiosis, feed at a rate of 0.14 to 0.42 milligram per pound of body weight per day, depending upon severity of challenge, up to a maximum of 200 milligrams per head per day. During first 5 days of feeding, cattle should receive no more than 100 milligrams per head per day 058198

(4) Free-choice cattle feeds -

Monensin
amount
Indications for use Limitations Sponsor
(i) 150 milligrams per pound of protein-mineral block (0.033%) Pasture cattle (slaughter, stocker, feeder, and dairy and beef replacement heifers): For increased rate of weight gain, and for prevention and control of coccidiosis caused by E. bovis and E. zuernii in pasture cattle which may require supplemental feed Provide 50 to 200 milligrams of monensin (0.34 to 1.33 pounds of block) per head per day, at least 1 block per 10 to 12 head of cattle. Roughage must be available at all times. Do not allow animals access to other protein blocks, salt or mineral, while being fed this product. The effectiveness of this block in cull cows and bulls has not been established. See paragraph (d)(10)(i) of this section 058198
(ii) 175 milligrams per pound of protein-mineral block (0.038%) Pasture cattle (slaughter, stocker, and feeder): For increased rate of weight gain Provide 40 to 200 milligrams of monensin (0.25 to 1.13 pounds or 4 to 18 ounces of block) per head per day, at least 1 block per 4 head of cattle. Do not allow cattle access to salt or mineral while being fed this product. Ingestion by cattle of monensin at levels of 600 milligrams per head per day and higher has been fatal. The effectiveness of this block in cull cows and bulls has not been established. See paragraph (d)(10)(i) of this section 017800
(iii) 400 milligrams per pound of protein-mineral block (0.088%) Pasture cattle (slaughter, stocker, feeder, and dairy and beef replacement heifers): For increased rate of weight gain Provide 80 to 200 milligrams of monensin (0.2 to 0.5 pounds of block) per head per day, at least 1 block per 5 head of cattle. Feed blocks continuously. Do not feed salt or minerals containing salt. The effectiveness of this block in cull cows and bulls has not been established. See paragraph (d)(10)(i) of this section 067949
(iv) 400 mg per pound of block (0.088%) Pasture cattle (slaughter, stocker, feeder, and dairy and beef replacement heifers): For increased rate of weight gain Provide 50 to 200 mg of monensin (2 to 8 ounces of block) per head per day, at least 1 block per 5 head of cattle. Feed blocks continuously. Do not feed salt or mineral supplements in addition to the blocks. Ingestion by cattle of monensin at levels of 600 mg per head per day and higher has been fatal. The effectiveness of this block in cull cows and bulls has not been established. See paragraph (d)(10)(i) of this section 086113
(v) In free-choice Type C medicated feeds to provide 50 to 200 mg per head per day Growing cattle on pasture or in dry lot (stocker and feeder cattle and dairy and beef replacement heifers): For increased rate of weight gain; for prevention and control of coccidiosis due to E. bovis and E. zuernii During the first 5 days of feeding, cattle should receive no more than 100 milligrams per day. Do not feed additional salt or minerals. Do not mix with grain or other feeds. Monensin is toxic to cattle when consumed at higher than approved levels. Stressed and/or feed- and/or water-deprived cattle should be adapted to the pasture and to unmedicated supplement before using the monensin medicated supplement. The product's effectiveness in cull cows and bulls has not been established. See paragraph (d) of this section for other required label warnings 058198
(vi) 1,620 grams per ton of mineral granules as specified in paragraph
(f)(4)(vi)(A) of this section
Growing cattle on pasture or in dry lot (stocker and feeder cattle and dairy and beef replacement heifers): For increased rate of weight gain, and for prevention and control of coccidiosis due to E. bovis and E. zuernii Feed at a rate of 50 to 200 milligrams per head per day. During the first 5 days of feeding, cattle should receive no more than 100 milligrams per day. Do not feed additional salt or minerals. Do not mix with grain or other feeds. Monensin is toxic to cattle when consumed at higher than approved levels. Stressed and/or feed- and/or water-deprived cattle should be adapted to the pasture and to unmedicated mineral supplement before using the monensin mineral supplement. The product's effectiveness in cull cows and bulls has not been established 058198

(A) Specifications. Use as free-choice Type C medicated feed formulated as mineral granules as follows:

Ingredient Percent International feed No.
Monocalcium phosphate (21% phosphorus, 15% calcium) 29.49 6-01-082
Sodium chloride (salt) 24.37 6-04-152
Dried cane molasses 20.0 4-04-695
Ground limestone (33% calcium) or calcium carbonate (38% calcium) 13.75 6-02-632
Cane molasses 3.0 4-04-696
Processed grain by-products (as approved by AAFCO) 5.0
Vitamin/trace mineral premix 1 2.5
Monensin Type A article, 90.7 grams per pound 0.89
Antidusting oil 1.0

1 Content of vitamin and trace mineral premixes may be varied. However, they should be comparable to those used for other free-choice feeds. Formulation modifications require FDA approval prior to marketing. Selenium must comply with 21 CFR 573.920. Ethylenediamine dihydroiodide (EDDI) should comply with FDA Compliance Policy Guides Sec. 651.100 (CPG 7125.18).

(B) [Reserved]

(5) Bobwhite quail -

Monensin in
grams/ton
Indications for use Limitations Sponsor
(i) 73 Growing bobwhite quail: For the prevention of coccidiosis caused by Eimeria dispersa and E. lettyae Feed continuously in complete feed at a rate of 50 to 480 milligrams of monensin per head per day. No additional improvement in feed efficiency has been shown from feeding monensin at levels greater than 30 grams per ton (360 milligrams per head per day) 058198
(ii) [Reserved]

(6) Goats -

Monensin in
grams/ton
Indications for use Limitations Sponsor
(i) 20 For the prevention of coccidiosis caused by Eimeria crandallis, E. christenseni, and E. ninakohlyakimovae Feed only to goats being fed in confinement. Do not feed to lactating goats. See paragraph (d)(11) of this section for provisions for monensin liquid Type C goat feeds 058198
(ii) [Reserved]

(7) Monensin may also be used in combination with:

(i) Avilamycin as in § 558.68.

(ii) Chlortetracycline as in § 558.128.

(iii) Decoquinate as in § 558.195.

(iv) Lubabegron as in § 558.330.

(v) Lincomycin as in § 558.325.

(vi) Melengestrol acetate as in § 558.342.

(vii) Oxytetracycline as in § 558.450.

(viii) Ractopamine alone or in combination as in § 558.500.

(ix) Tilmicosin as in § 558.618.

(x) Tylosin as in § 558.625.

(xi) Virginiamycin as in § 558.635.

(xii) Zilpaterol alone or in combination as in § 558.665.

[40 FR 13959, Mar. 27, 1975] Editorial Note:For Federal Register citations affecting § 558.355, see the List of CFR Sections Affected, which appears in the Finding Aids section of the printed volume and at www.govinfo.gov.