HSCAS (Hydrated Sodium Calcium Aluminosilicate)

HSCAS is most effective at binding aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2) due to the complementary geometry between aflatoxin molecules and the HSCAS interlayer spacing. It also provides some binding of fumonisin, zearalenone, and ochratoxin A, with varying efficacy by toxin type.

HSCAS is selective for mycotoxins and does not significantly adsorb vitamins, amino acids, or minerals at normal dietary levels. This selectivity is one of its key advantages over non-selective adsorbents like activated carbon, which can also bind nutrients and reduce feed nutritional value.

HSCAS is typically included at 0.1–0.5% of the feed formulation (1–5 kg per tonne), depending on the mycotoxin contamination level of raw materials and the target animal species. Higher inclusion rates may be used in severely contaminated feed batches.

Yes. HSCAS is used across broilers, layers, broiler breeders, dairy cattle, beef cattle, swine, and aquaculture species. Dosage recommendations may vary by species and body weight. It is one of the most widely endorsed mycotoxin binders by animal nutrition authorities globally.

HSCAS is a fine powder that mixes easily with other feed ingredients during the normal feed mixing process. It should be added to the mixer with other dry ingredients to ensure uniform distribution throughout the feed batch. No special pre-treatment or activation is required.