MinPlex® Copper
The Stabilized Organic Copper for All Livestock Species

Role of Copper in Livestock
The role of Copper in animal nutrition is similar to that of zinc with an additional role in synthesis of hemoglobin and skin pigmentation. Copper along with zinc helps build immune mechanisms in the body. Copper is essential for several metabolic enzymes for their activity, especially those involved in connective tissue, central nervous system and iron metabolism. Deficiency of Copper adversely affects the reproductive functions, poor pigmentation of skin, anemia, mastitis, retained placenta, early embryonic death in animals and poor hatchability in birds. Copper is rapidly depleted during stressful conditions and animals need to be supplemented early and in most bioavailable forms to prevent physiological and productivity complications.
Copper is predominantly absorbed in small intestine. Feed ingredients are primary sources of Copper to livestock and hence its levels in feed are dependent on the soil content where the feed ingredients are grown. The bioavailability of elemental Copper is significantly interfered by other minerals, bioinhibitors like tannins, phytates, enzymes etc. Sulphur is reported as a significant antagonist of Copper in the intestine.

Why Organic Copper
Inorganic supplementation of Copper in the form of its salts has been in vogue for several years. As the salts of Copper have unreliable solubility and poor bioavailability of mineral, the need for a precise and reliable source was felt which resulted in evolution of organic forms of Copper. Of various forms available in the market, Copper chelates and complexes with amino acids have been proven as useful tools in Copper supplementation. Organic forms stable in various pH levels of the gut have been proven to offer highest bioavailability.

DESCRIPTION
MinPlex® Copper is an amino acid chelate of elemental Copper developed by design of research to be stable in a wide range of gut pH for superior bioavailability.

FEATURES
• MinPlex® Copper is elemental zinc chelated with amino acids
• MinPlex® Copper is optimally stabilized that maintains the molecule intact in a wide range of pH between 2.0 and 7.2

BENEFITS
• MinPlex® Copper offers superior bioavailability of elemental Copper
• MinPlex® Copper is stable in presence of other chelating agents and bioinhibitors in feed
• MinPlex® Copper improves immunological responses of body
• MinPlex® Copper improves reproductive performance (heat detection, semen quality, conception rate)
• MinPlex® Copper minimizes post parturient complications (calving problems, retained placenta, mastitis etc)
• MinPlex® Copper reduces incidence of thin shelled eggs, leathery eggs and shell breakage in eggs
• MinPlex® Copper aids rapid correction of Copper deficiencies (primary and secondary)
• MinPlex® Copper helps ameliorate stress
• MinPlex® Copper improves livestock performance (hatchability, feed conversion, livability, meat, wool, milk, eggs)
• MinPlex® Copper is free from toxicity at recommended levels, easily available and economical in use

COMPOSITION
MinPlex® Copper is composed of elemental Copper 5% in chelated form with amino acids.

INCLUSION LEVELS
MinPlex® Copper is recommended for use in Premixes only. MinPlex® Copper is not recommended to be used directly in feed.

Large animals (dairy, beef cattle, horses): 2.5 – 3 g per head per day
Poultry and Swine: 450 – 500g per ton of feed
Sheep / Goat: To be fed with Caution as the product contains high levels of Copper

The Inclusion levels of MinPlex® Copper are often based on local regulations. Please consult your Nutritionist or Technical Services Cell of Bentoli for further assistance.

For best results, ensure accurate addition and thorough mixing of the product.

APPEARANCE
MinPlex® Copper is a pale green to blue colored powder with a bland odor. Change in color of the product does not affect its performance.

AUTHORIZATION
MinPlex® Copper is a product approved for sale and use by AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) in USA.

STABILITY
MinPlex® Copper is stable for 18 months from the date of manufacture.

STORAGE
MinPlex® Copper should be stored in a cool dry place away from sunlight. Keep the container closed when not in use.

PRESENTATION
MinPlex® Copper is available in 25kg (55lb) heat sealed PE bags.

COMPATIBILITY
MinPlex® Copper is compatible for use with all commonly used ingredients in feed and premixes.

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS
Copper Minimum 5%
Moisture Maximum 10%
Crude Protein Minimum 35%
Crude Fat Maximum 2%
Ash Maximum 33%
Raw Fiber Maximum 3%