Activated zinc oxide for healthier piglets and reduced post-weaning diarrhoea
MAXACTIVAT Zn is a novel, activated zinc oxide (ZnO) additive developed with a patented production process. It delivers the benefits of conventional ZnO at far lower dosages, making it an effective and sustainable alternative to high-dose zinc supplementation.
In piglets, MAXACTIVAT Zn supports gut integrity, reduces the risk of scour and diarrhoea, and promotes better growth after weaning. Trials in calves and other young livestock confirm its wider potential to support gut health, reduce therapeutic treatments, and improve performance.
Piglet health & performance – Helps reduce post-weaning diarrhoea and scour while supporting stronger growth.
Improved gut integrity – Reduces harmful E. coli counts while maintaining beneficial gut bacteria.
Better feed efficiency – Enhances nutrient absorption and feed conversion in young animals.
Lower inclusion rates – Works at substantially reduced dosages compared to feed-grade ZnO.
Environmentally responsible – Decreases heavy metal excretion, supporting sustainable feeding strategies.
High-dose feed-grade ZnO was traditionally used to control diarrhoea in piglets, but environmental concerns and antimicrobial resistance risks led to its ban in the EU. MAXACTIVAT Zn offers a proven replacement.
The activation process modifies zinc oxide to make it more effective:
Smaller particle size & greater surface area – improves solubility and activity in the gut.
Higher molecular energy – increases reactivity throughout the digestive tract.
Stronger bioavailability – ensures zinc is delivered where it’s needed to stabilise gut health.
This unique structure helps control diarrhoea, reduce scour, and improve feed efficiency in piglets.
Piglets: Feeding MAXACTIVAT Zn reduced post-weaning diarrhoea incidence compared to feed-grade ZnO. Fecal analysis showed a 76% reduction in E. coli gene copies.
Calves: Trials showed fewer therapeutic treatments for scour, improved weight gain, and better feed conversion when MAXACTIVAT Zn was used.
Other livestock: Benefits extend to young animals under digestive stress, supporting gut health and performance.
Target use: Weaned piglets (primary focus)
Feeding rate: Lower inclusion levels than conventional ZnO; consult nutritionist for formulation.
Additional use: Can also support gut health and scour control in calves and other young animals.
✅ Proven to reduce diarrhoea and scour in piglets
✅ Supports gut health by lowering E. coli
✅ Improves growth and feed efficiency
✅ Environmentally sustainable alternative to high-dose ZnO