Annex

In Part B of the Annex I to Directive 2008/38/EC, the line of the particular nutritional purpose ‘Support of renal function in case of chronic renal insufficiency’ is replaced by the following:

If appropriate the manufacturer may also recommend use for temporary renal insufficiency.
If the feedingstuff is recommended for temporary renal insufficiency the recommended period for use shall be two to four weeks.’
Particular nutritional purpose	Essential nutritional characteristics	Species or category of animal	Labelling declarations	Recommended length of time for use	Other provision
‘Support of renal function in case of chronic renal insufficiencyf1	Low level of phosphorus and restricted level of protein but of high quality	Dogs and cats	Protein source(s) Calcium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Content of essential fatty acids (if added)	Initially up to 6 monthsf2	Indicate on the package, container or label: “It is recommended that a veterinarian's opinion be sought before use or before extending the period of use.” Indicate in the instructions for use: “Water should be available at all times.”
	or
	Reduced phosphorus absorption by means of incorporation of Lanthanum carbonate octahydrate	Adult cats	Protein source(s) Calcium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Lanthanum carbonate octahydrate Content of essential fatty acids (if added)	Initially up to 6 months	Indicate on the package, container or label: “It is recommended that a veterinarian's opinion be sought before use or before extending the period of use.” Indicate in the instructions for use: “Water should be available at all times.”