In addition to the standard labelling requirements, labels on products containing minerals should also carry the following information, as applicable.

4. Statement of claims for use

If the applicant is adding specific nutritional claims other than the acceptable nutritional claims, they must be supported by data or published scientific literature such as journal articles or technical reports.

6.2. Contraindications

Products containing minerals should include the following 'Contraindications' statement(s), as applicable:

6.2.1. All minerals

The following statement should be included for all products containing minerals:

This product is contraindicated for use in animals that are dehydrated or unwell.

6.2.2. Selenium

For products that contain selenium, include the following statement:

This product is contraindicated for use when selenium intake from pasture is high or selenium is provided by other means (such as top dressing, vaccine, pellets or selenium drenches) or if blood selenium levels at treatment are high. Users can determine selenium status by consulting their veterinarian.

6.2.3. Copper

For products that contain copper, include the following statement:

Excessive copper is toxic. This product is contraindicated for use unless copper deficiency is confirmed.

6.2.4. Other minerals

The following ‘Contraindications’ statement may also be required on some products containing minerals:

This product is contraindicated for use unless mineral deficiency is confirmed.

6.3. Precautions

The following ‘Precautions’ statement may also be required on some products containing minerals:

Minerals such as copper, cobalt, selenium, iron, manganese and molybdenum compete with each other for metabolically important processes in the animal. Users should seek veterinary advice before treatment.

7. Withholding period statements

A withholding period of zero (0) days is acceptable for products containing minerals, unless otherwise indicated. The applicant may be required to include a different withholding period if advised by the APVMA.

8. Trade advice

The export slaughter interval (ESI) is zero (0) days for products containing minerals, unless otherwise indicated. The applicant may be required to include a different ESI if advised by the APVMA.