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SDA/Mapa Ordinance No. 1.412/2025 establishes new standards for mycotoxins in food intended for dogs and cats, promoting quality, control and safety in the Brazilian pet sector.
A presence of mycotoxins in food intended for dogs and cats is a topic that concerns experts, guardians and pet industry.
These substances, produced by fungi, can compromise animal health and even affect human consumption in cases of cross-contamination.
Thinking about it, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa) published Ordinance SDA/Mapa No. 1.412/2025, establishing for the first time maximum tolerance limits for these toxins in feed and snacks, according to a matter published.
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The rule, which comes into force on July 1, 2026, defines strict technical standards for the production and marketing of balanced foods.
The goal is strengthen food safety, ensure the reliability of laboratory analyses and promote good manufacturing practices throughout the country, strengthening quality control in the pet industry.
Map rules and control of aflatoxins in animal feed
The new ordinance determines that the maximum limit of mycotoxins in food is 10 micrograms per kilogram (µg/kg) for aflatoxin B1 and 20 µg/kg for total aflatoxins.
Above these values, products are considered unsuitable for animal use or consumption.
Prior to this regulation, there were no specific parameters for dog and cat food, which made monitoring difficult and increased the risk of exposure to dangerous levels of these substances.
Now, companies must adopt stricter self-monitoring programs and perform laboratory analyses using nationally or internationally validated methods.
The Map thus reinforces its role in inspection and certification of production processes, seeking transparency and reliability in the results.
This measure also encourages preventive practices in the storage and transportation of grains and ingredients used in the manufacture of feed.
Mycotoxins in food: impacts on the pet sector and food safety in Brazil
The application of the new limits of mycotoxins in food represents a significant advance for the animal nutrition sector.
According to Mapa, Brazil is one of the largest pet product markets in the world, moving more than R$60 billion per year.
With the regulation, manufacturers will have to invest in humidity control, raw material monitoring and technical training.
This creates a safer environment for both owners and animals, reducing the risk of liver disease, loss of appetite, and decreased immunity, often associated with aflatoxin ingestion.
Furthermore, contaminant control strengthens food safety and the country's competitiveness in the international feed and ingredients market.
What are mycotoxins and how to prevent contamination
As mycotoxins in food are toxic compounds generated by filamentous fungi, especially from the genera Aspergillus, Fusarium and Penicillium.
They thrive in conditions of high humidity and temperature, contaminating improperly stored grains, cereals and feed.
Aflatoxins, for example, are among the most dangerous and can cause serious harm to animal health, including liver disorders and, in extreme cases, death.
Prevention involves good agricultural practices, correct grain drying, constant monitoring and periodic laboratory analysis.
With the new rule that defines the maximum limit of mycotoxins in food for dogs and cats, Brazil moves towards a safer food system, aligned with international standards of quality and animal welfare.
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