# Commission Directive 2008/82/EC of 30 July 2008 amending Directive 2008/38/EC as regards feedingstuffs intended for the support of the renal function in case of chronic renal insufficiency (Text with EEA relevance), Annex

Extent: E+W+S+N.I.

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 insufficiency
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 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.”
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.”

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/eudr/2008/82/annex (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/eu-directive-2008-82/annex
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