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Eastman Acitra™
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What is Acitra?

Acitra is a versatile range of formic acid-based blends designed for acidification, feed preservation and hygiene, and as a digestive aid. Acitra solutions preserve feed and reduce the risk of spoilage. Moreover, Acitra solutions support pH decrease in the upper GI tract of animals and maintain optimal microbiota. Check with your local Eastman representative for the products available in your region. 

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Enhances feed and stomach acidification  

Acitra acidifies feed, promoting upper gut acidification and enhancing protein digestibility. It reduces bacterial fermentation, which leads to less wet litter in poultry and fewer diarrhea cases in piglets. Acitra's organic acid blends also help maintain a good bacterial balance.    

Flexible formulations  

Acitra offers both buffered and non-buffered blends, as well as liquid and solid forms. This allows you to choose the best option for your specific needs and manage safety and corrosion concerns effectively.    

Extended shelf-life  

Acitra helps extend feed shelf life by reducing the risk of spoilage caused by molds, yeasts and bacteria. This ensures consistent feed quality during storage and transport.

Acidifying effect

Feed acidification is the process of reducing pH and buffer capacity by using organic acids. This process has long been proven effective in feed bacterial control and improving feed digestibility. Acidifying the feed with the right application rates of acidifiers improves protein digestibility of the feed and balance in the gut. 

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Preserving effect

Acitra blends offer a preservative effect in feed, targeting Enterobacteriaceae, molds and yeasts. This improves the feed shelf life quality. Farms expect feed to be consistently high quality with sufficient shelf life to guarantee optimal animal performance. Any deviations can lead to substantial costs due to impaired animal performance and product withdrawals. 

Acitra protects feed against deterioration and reduces spoilage risks caused by variable temperatures and moisture during transport and storage. Acitra ensures the consistent high quality of feeds, which helps maintain good animal health and performance.  

Hygiene effect

Short-chain fatty acids used in Acitra solutions, such as formic acid blends, improve feed hygiene. They reduce harmful bacteria in the feed, which supports gut health and improves nutrient absorption for overall animal well-being. 

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