Humic acid (dry basis)≥ 50%
Water-insolubles (dry)≤ 25%
pH (1% solution)7.0–11.0
StandardNY/T 4120-2022
Product overview
Feed-grade sodium humate is a sodium humate from leonardite, produced as a feed raw material for ruminants, poultry and aquaculture where local regulations permit it. A fully soluble grade is available for drinking water.
Specification
| Humic acid (dry basis) | ≥ 50.0% |
|---|---|
| Water-insoluble matter (dry basis) | ≤ 25.0% |
| pH (1% aqueous solution) | 7.0–11.0 |
| Standard | NY/T 4120-2022, sodium humate as a feed raw material |
| Soluble grade | 100% soluble, for drinking water |
| Form | Powder or flake |
Where it is used
- Ruminants: in concentrate or TMR, used in practice to support faecal consistency and feed efficiency
- Poultry: in feed or drinking water, used to support gut health and lower ammonia in housing
- Aquaculture: in feed, and in ponds for water-quality management
Inclusion rates
Ruminants
| Animal | Rate per tonne of compound feed |
|---|---|
| Beef and dairy cattle | 3.0–6.0 kg |
| Sheep and goats | 2.0–5.0 kg |
Poultry
| Animal | Rate |
|---|---|
| Broilers and meat ducks | 2.0–5.0 kg per tonne of feed |
| Layers and laying ducks | 3.0–6.0 kg per tonne of feed |
| Drinking water (soluble grade only) | 0.5–1 g per litre for 3–5 days |
Aquaculture (fish, shrimp, crab, turtle)
| Use | Rate |
|---|---|
| In feed | 3.0–8.0 kg per tonne of feed |
| Pond water quality | 1.0–3.0 kg per mu at 1 m depth, diluted in pond water and spread evenly |
| Algae and water-colour control | Up to 3.0–5.0 kg per mu, depending on water colour |
Handling
- Pre-mix with a small amount of feed before adding to the main mixer
- Do not mix with strongly acidic additives, drugs or disinfectants
- Stop drinking-water use 24 hours before and after live vaccines
- In ponds, watch water colour and dissolved oxygen after application; run aerators if needed
- Slightly alkaline: wear protective equipment; rinse eyes with plenty of water
- Hygroscopic: reseal bags after opening
Packing and documents
25 kg woven or kraft bags with an inner liner; jumbo bags and private-label packing on request. TDS and SDS for every grade, a representative COA before you order and a COA with every lot. Request documents or a sample.
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FAQ
Is sodium humate approved as a feed additive?
Approval differs by country. Check your local feed rules before use; we supply the documents you need for registration.
Which grade for drinking water?
Use the fully soluble grade only. The standard feed grade can contain up to 25% water-insolubles and is for mixing into feed.