IntelliBond VS.

All Other
®

Hydroxy Trace
IntelliBond® Minerals
VS. All Other —
THE FACTS.
Hydroxy Trace Minerals —
THE FACTS.
 QUALITY ADVANTAGES
QUALITY ADVANTAG
Traceability
IntelliBond Other Hydroxy
Trace Minerals
Product
Manufacturing ?
Location
Manufacturing
AND Regulatory ?
Oversight

IntelliBond hydroxy trace minerals are the only source of hydroxy trace
minerals made and manufactured in the U.S.A.

THE BENEFIT? IntelliBond products provide complete traceability

from raw ingredients to product delivery. Micronutrients has 100%
control of their traceability, manufacturing, and quality processes.
The traceability for other hydroxy trace minerals was unclear and
unavailable at the time of publication of this paper.

Purity
Dioxin-like PCB Levels in Other Trace Mineral BCC Samples (2016-2020)
40

35

30
Dioxin-Like PCB, ppt

25

20

15

10

0
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

PCB (ppt) EU Action Limit TEQ Maximum Level

Of the 68 other hydroxy trace mineral samples tested, 87% exceeded EU limits for dioxin-like PCBs, a human
carcinogen.
AGES
Consistency
IntelliBond Other Hydroxy Trace Minerals

• ,QYHQWRURIWKHñUVWK\GUR[\WUDFHPLQHUDODSSOLFDWLRQ • Inconsistencies reported in particle size, crystal

in animal nutrition, 25+ years of experience structure pattern, dioxin-like PCBs, and animal
performance
• Team of chemists and quality control personnel on
staff • Quality control measures unavailable and unclear at
the time of publication
• Rigorous quality process with positive release in place
for every lot to ensure a consistent, reliable, and
repeatable product

• Precise control measures to reduce the inclusion of

dioxins and dioxin-like PCBs to ensure animal and food
safety
• 100+ animal trials completed to ensure performance
consistency

Purity
Dioxin-like PCB Levels in IntelliBond (2020-2021)
1.9
1.8
1.7
1.6
1.5
1.4
Dioxin-Like PCB, ppt

1.3
1.2
1.1
1.0
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0.0
2020 2021

PCB Levels in IBC PCB Levels in IBCII EU Action Limit TEQ Maximum Level

No IntelliBond samples exceeded EU action threshold limits for dioxin-like PCBs.

THE BENEFIT? Precise control measures are in place at Micronutrients to reduce the inclusion of dioxin-like PCBs.
IntelliBond products are continuously controlled and do not exceed EU limits. This brings product safety
and quality assurance to the customer.
 PHYSICAL PROPERTY
PHYSICAL PROPERT
Particle Size
IntelliBond OptiSize Large Particle Technology improves handling, precision,
and uniformity of IntelliBond trace minerals in feed.

Uniform Blending Low-dust

Because of their shape and uniform size, OptiSize particles OptiSize particles won’t create dust or excessive residue,
blend easily throughout the feed and avoid separation. which makes cleanup easy and reduces carryover risk.

Non-reactive OptiSize® Highly Uniform 100-300 Micron Spheres

They won’t bind with other nutrients or promote oxidation. Particles Uniformity in both size and shape of the particles makes for
easier and more predictable measuring and handling.

Non-hygroscopic
Because particles don’t absorb moisture from the air, they
won’t cake or clump in the mixer.

Copper Zinc Manganese

1000
996
Particle Size (µm)

800
Copper Zinc Manganese
600
1000
996
Size (µm)

400
800
Mean ParticleMean

200
600 232 267
88.8 87.0 86.9 77.2 105 215
64.5 65.7
0
400 IntelliBond CII OHTM OHTM OHTM IntelliBond Z OHTM OHTM OHTM IntelliBond M OHTM OHTM
Sample A Sample B Sample C Sample A Sample B Sample C Sample A Sample B

267
THE200
BENEFIT? 232 Larger particles
88.8 87.0sized86.9
between 200-300 microns provide
105 215
superior handling characteristics, better
77.2 64.5 65.7
mixability in feed, less separation, and lower dust/residue compared to other hydroxy trace minerals.
0
IntelliBond C Copper
OHTM OHTM OHTM IntelliBond Z
II
OHTM ZincOHTM OHTM IntelliBond M Manganese
OHTM OHTM

Density
Sample A Sample B Sample C Sample A Sample B Sample C Sample A Sample B
1.5
1.48
1.35 1.37
1.2 1.28
Density (g/mL)

Copper Zinc1.20 Manganese

1.09 1.07
0.9
1.5 1.0
1.48 .90
1.37 .80
1.35
0.6
1.2 .64 1.28
(g/mL)

1.20
Loose DensityLoose

1.09 1.07
0.3
0.9 1.0
.90
.80
0.0
0.6 IntelliBond C II
OHTM OHTM OHTM IntelliBond Z .64
OHTM OHTM OHTM IntelliBond M OHTM OHTM
Sample A Sample B Sample C Sample A Sample B Sample C Sample A Sample B

0.3

0.0
IntelliBond CII Copper
OHTM OHTM OHTM IntelliBond Z OHTM OHTM OHTM IntelliBond M OHTM OHTM
Sample A Sample B Sample C Sample A Sample B Sample C Sample A Sample B
3500
3413
THE BENEFIT? Lower density particles are more evenly distributed in the feed, allowing for the targeted consumption
3000
M2/Kg)area (M2/Kg)

of minerals.
2500
Copper
3500
2000
3413
3000
1500
urface

2500
1000
 ADVANTAGES
TY ADVANTAGES
Clumping & Caking Sludging

OHTM Cu IntelliBond C

OHTM Mn IntelliBond M

Other hydroxy trace minerals are hygroscopic, absorbing Other hydroxy trace minerals lose their shape and
water from the air and causing clumping and caking. become sludge-like when introduced to water.
IntelliBond particles are non-hygroscopic and won’t IntelliBond particles retain their shape and settle
clump or cake in moisture. without clumping.

THE BENEFIT? Less caking or clumping results in better material handling, a more even distribution of minerals in the
feed, and may lead to a more even release of trace minerals in the digestive tract, likely improving bioavailability
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 Feed:Gain Ra
2.72
P=0.08

ANIMALANIMAL
PERFORMANCE
PERFORM
SE= 0.01

2.71

2.70
2.70

2.69
IntelliBond CII OHTM Sample A

)HHG(IñFLHQF\
Effect of Different Sources of Hydroxy Copper Effect of Different Zinc Hydroxychloride Sources
&KORULGHRQ)HHG(IñFLHQF\LQ*URZ)LQLVK3LJV2 RQ)HHG(IñFLHQF\LQ/LSRSRO\VDFFKDULGH /36 
Challenged Nursery Pigs3
2.74 1.46

1.45
2.73 1.44
2.73

Feed:Gain Ratio
Feed:Gain Ratio

2.72 1.42 P < 0.01

P=0.08 SE= 0.02
SE= 0.01

2.71 1.40
272

2.70 1.38
2.70 1.38
271
270.9
Body Weight (lbs.)

2.69 1.36
IntelliBond C II
OHTM Sample A IntelliBond Z OHTM Sample A
270
Overall, when comparing pigs fed OHTM Cu and IBC II
:KHQQXUVHU\SLJVZHUHIHG2+70=QIHHGHIñFLHQF\
P=0.06
SE= 1.25
diets, pigs fed IBCII numerically improved: was negatively impacted by 5% compared to
+ 2.5 lb of BW (P=0.17) IntelliBond
269 Z.

+ 1.9 lb of HCW (P=0.19) 268.5

268

1.46
Body Weight 267
IntelliBond CII OHTM Sample A
1.45
Effect
1.44of Different Sources of Hydroxy Copper Effect of Different Sources of Zinc Hydroxychloride
&KORULGHRQ)LQDO%RG\:HLJKWLQ*URZ)LQLVK3LJV2 RQ%RG\:HLJKWLQ*URZ)LQLVK3LJV4
Body Weight (lbs.) Feed:Gain Ratio

272 298
1.42 P < 0.01
SE= 0.02
297
271
1.40
270.9 296
Body Weight (lbs.)

295
270
1.38 295.1
1.38 P=0.06 P=0.29
SE= 1.25 294 SE= 1.59

269
1.36 293
IntelliBond Z OHTM Sample A
292.7
268.5 292
268 P=0.29
SE= 1.59
291

267 290
IntelliBond CII OHTM Sample A IntelliBond Z OHTM Sample A

In diets with IntelliBond CII, pigs gained 2.4 more Pigs fed IntelliBond Z numerically increased 2.4
pounds than pigs fed another source of hydroxy SRXQGVRIñQDOERG\ZHLJKW compared to pigs fed
298 chloride.
copper another source of zinc hydroxychloride, despite the
297
lack of statistical difference.
2
Micronutrients Trial #2020SGF114USC.
3
Micronutrients Trial #2019SN060USZ.
4 296
Micronutrients Trial #2020SGF112USZ.
eight (lbs.)

295
295.1
P=0.29
294 SE= 1.59
 IntelliBond vs. Control: P = 0.06
IntelliBond vs. OHTM: P < 0.01
Source x level: P = 0.74
SEM = 0.4019

ADVANTAGES
5.2

ANCE ADVANTAGES
5.29

4.66

Mortality %
4.2 4.49

3.2

Mortality
2.2 2.50

1.2
Effect of Different Sources of Hydroxy Copper Effect of Different
Control Zinc Hydroxychloride
IntelliBond CII OHTM Sources
OHTM on
Chloride on Overall Mortality in Broilers (Day 0 to 45)5 Overall Mortality in Broilers (Day 0 toA45)6 Sample B
Sample

6.2 8
IntelliBond vs. Control: P = 0.06
IntelliBond vs. OHTM: P < 0.01 Zinc effect: P = 0.11
Source x level: P = 0.74 7 IntelliBond vs. OHTM: P = 0.05 7.45
SEM = 0.4019 SEM: 0.608
5.2
5.29 6

4.66
Mortality %

5
4.49

Mortality %
4.2

3.2
3 3.33
2 2.43
2.2 2.50
1

1.2 0
Control IntelliBond CII OHTM OHTM Control IntelliBond Z OHTM Sample A
Sample A Sample B

In diets with other hydroxy copper chloride sources, In diets with other zinc hydroxychloride sources,
mortality
8 increased by 79% to 86% compared to mortality increased by 1.8X compared to
IntelliBond CII. Zinc effect: P = 0.11
IntelliBond Z.
7 IntelliBond vs. OHTM: P = 0.05 7.45
SEM: 0.608

5
Mortality %

3 3.33
2 2.43

0
Control IntelliBond Z OHTM Sample A

5
Micronutrients Trial #2018PB118USC.
6
Micronutrients Trial #2018PB125USZ.
 Not All Hydroxy Trace Minerals are Created Equal!
Let’s Look at the Differences!
Not All Hydroxy Trace Minerals are Created Equal!
Other Hydroxy
Let’s Look at the Differences!
IntelliBond
Trace Minerals

Hydroxy Trace Mineral Business  

The Original Hydroxy Trace Mineral Experts Other Hydroxy

IntelliBond
Trace Minerals
Available in Cu, Zn, Mn Forms  
Hydroxy Trace Mineral Business  
100+ Animal Studies Conducted 
The Original Hydroxy Trace Mineral Experts 
Made in the U.S.A. 
Available in Cu, Zn, Mn Forms  
Large Particle Technology 
100+ Animal Studies Conducted 
Low Density 
Made in the U.S.A. 
Stable Product Resistant to Clumping, Caking,
Large Particle Technology
and Morphing 
Low Density Supply Chain
Fragmented  
Stable Product
Consistenty Resistant
Meets to Clumping,
Acceptable Caking,
Limits for Heavy
and Morphing
Metals and PCB/Dioxins

Fragmented Supply Chain 
Consistenty Meets Acceptable Limits for Heavy
Metals and PCB/Dioxins 

For more information, contact your Micronutrients

representative, nutritionists, or trace mineral supplier.
For more information, contact your Micronutrients
representative, nutritionists, or trace mineral supplier.

IntelliBond® Optisize™ is a trademark of

Micronutrients, a Nutreco company.

T +27 21 686 8265

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