Micellized Vitamin E Supplement for Multiple Species Product Description Emcelle Tocopherol is a clear, micellized, water-dispersible liquid solution of natural d-alpha-tocopherol vitamin E, formulated for piglets, calves, and poultry, as well as other young or exotic animals such as elephants and rhinoceros. Because this form doesn't require hydrolyzing before absorption, it's especially useful for animals with limited esterase enzymes. Use in liquid diets or drinking water. Benefits No Hydrolyzing Required: Unlike ester forms of vitamin E, this form doesn't need to be hydrolyzed before absorption occurs. Ideal for Young Animals: Especially helpful for piglets, calves, and poultry that have limited esterase enzymes needed for absorption. Better Utilization Than Esters: Piglets, calves, and chicks cannot efficiently use standard vitamin E esters added to their feed. Broadly Multi-Species: Suitable for use in piglets, calves, poultry, and even exotic animals like elephants and rhinos. Naturally Occurring Form: This is the same vitamin E form naturally found in sow's milk and cow's colostrum. Eliminates Two Critical Steps: Skips both deesterification and micellization, the two key steps normally required for vitamin E absorption. Only Method for Newly Hatched Birds: The manufacturer states micellized tocopherol is the only method that maintains tocopherol levels in newly hatched chicks. Highest Biologically Active Form: Provides d-alpha-tocopherol, described by the manufacturer as the highest biologically active form of vitamin E. Ingredients Active Ingredients d-Alpha-Tocopherol (Natural Vitamin E), providing 500 IU of vitamin E activity per mL Inactive Ingredients Polyethoxylated Castor Oil, Water, n-Propyl Alcohol How to Use Recommended Dosage Chart Species Directions Vitamin E Provided Piglets (post-weaning) Mix 3 fl oz/gallon of water, then meter 1 fl oz per gallon (up to 21 days) ~400 IU/gallon (100 IU/liter) Poultry (Days 3–10) Mix 3.5 oz per gallon of water, then meter 1 fl oz per gallon ~400 IU/gallon (100 IU/liter) Poultry Breeders Add directly to drinking water 30 to 50 IU per liter Calves & General – 100 lb 0.2 to 0.6 mL per 100 lb body weight daily 100 to 300 IU Calves & General – 1,000 lb 2 to 6 mL per 100 lb body weight daily (scaled) 1,000 to 3,000 IU Dosage & Administration Instructions General Feeding Rate: The general rate is 0.2 to 0.6 ml for per 100 lb of body weight daily, or as your vet recommends. Calf Administration Options: Calves can receive this mixed into liquid diets, milk replacer, drinking water, or topped onto dry feed. Dilute Before Feeding: Diluting with water right before feeding is also an option, depending on your preference. Piglet Water Directions: For piglets, mix 3 fl oz per gallon of water, then meter 1 fl oz per gallon. Piglet Feeding Duration: Administer this stock solution to piglets in drinking water for up to 21 days post-weaning. Poultry Water Directions: For poultry, mix 3.5 oz per gallon of water, then meter 1 fl oz per gallon. Poultry Administration Window: Since the liver holds vitamin E for about 3 days, dose poultry from days 3 to 10. Poultry Breeder Rate: For breeding poultry specifically, administer 30 to 50 IU per liter of drinking water daily. Avoid Complete Feed Storage: Do not mix into complete feeds and store for extended periods; vitamin E becomes unstable. Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label and consult your veterinarian before use if you have any concerns regarding your animal's health. Additional Information Precautions Animal Use Only: This product is labeled for animal use only, and is explicitly not intended for human use. Watch for Deficiency Risk Factors: Low plasma tocopherol, confinement feeding, poor-quality roughage, and high PUFA diets increase vitamin E needs. Storage Information Room Temperature or Refrigerated: Store at room temperature or under refrigeration, whichever option works best for your specific situation. Avoid Freezing & Heat: Avoid freezing the product, and always keep it safely away from any excessive heat exposure. Shipping & Return We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details. For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy. Frequently Asked Questions Q1: How is this product used differently for piglets versus poultry? Ans: For piglets, mix 3 fl oz of Emcelle per gallon of water, then meter 1 fl oz of that stock solution per gallon of drinking water for up to 21 days post-weaning. For poultry, use 3.5 oz per gallon instead. Q2: How much vitamin E does each stock solution provide? Ans: Both the piglet and poultry stock solutions are specifically designed to provide approximately 400 IU of vitamin E per gallon of drinking water, or about 100 IU per liter, once properly mixed and metered as directed on the product label. Q3: How should I dose calves with this supplement? Ans: Calves are typically fed at a rate of 0.2 to 0.6 mL per 100 lb of body weight daily, mixed into liquid diets or milk replacer. Studies show Emcelle raises serum tocopherol levels more effectively than standard milk replacer alone. Q4: Why can't young animals use standard vitamin E from feed as well? Ans: Young piglets, calves, and chicks often lack enough esterase enzymes to break down ester-form vitamin E before absorption. Emcelle's non-ester, micellized form skips that step entirely, making it much easier for young animals to actually absorb and put to use. Q5: Is this supplement really used for exotic animals like elephants? Ans: Yes, the manufacturer specifically notes that exotic animals such as elephants and rhinoceros can also have limited esterase enzymes, similar to young piglets and calves. This makes Emcelle's non-ester, micellized vitamin E a useful option for them too, according to the label. Q6: What factors increase an animal's need for extra vitamin E? Ans: According to the manufacturer, key factors include low plasma tocopherol levels, continual confinement feeding, poor-quality or long-stored roughage, milk replacers containing tocopheryl-acetate, and diets high in polyunsaturated fatty acids, or PUFAs, all of which raise supplemental vitamin E requirements significantly over time. Q7: Can I mix this directly into my animal's complete feed for storage? Ans: No, the manufacturer specifically advises against mixing this product into complete feeds and storing it for extended periods, since this form of vitamin E is unstable once combined that way. Use it fresh in liquid diets, water, or top-dressed feed.
