EN 15792:2009
(Main)Animal feeding stuffs - Determination of zearalenone in animal feed - High performance liquid chromatographic method with fluorescence detection and immunoaffinity column clean-up
Animal feeding stuffs - Determination of zearalenone in animal feed - High performance liquid chromatographic method with fluorescence detection and immunoaffinity column clean-up
This International Standard is applicable to the determination of zearalenone in animal feed at concentrations from 30 µg/kg to 3 000 µg/kg.
Futtermittel - Bestimmung von Zearalenon in Futtermitteln - Hochleistungsflüssigchromatographisches Verfahren mit Fluoreszenznachweis und Reinigung an einer Immunoaffinitätssäule
Diese Norm gilt für die Bestimmung von Zearalenon in Futtermitteln in Konzentrationen von 30 µg/kg bis 3 000 µg/kg.
Aliments des animaux - Dosage de la zéaralénone dans les aliments des animaux - Méthode de chromatographie liquide haute performance avec détection par fluorescence et purification sur colonne d'immuno-affinité
La présente norme s’applique au dosage de la zéaralénone dans les aliments pour animaux à des concentrations comprises entre 30 et 3 000 µg/kg.
Krma - Določevanje zearalenona v krmi - Metoda HPLC s fluorescenčno detekcijo in imunoafinitetnim kolonskim čiščenjem
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 01-Sep-2009
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 327 - Animal feeding stuffs - Methods of sampling and analysis
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 327/WG 1 - Minerals and Contaminants
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 04-Mar-2024
- Completion Date
- 14-Apr-2025
Overview
EN 15792:2009 (CEN) specifies a validated laboratory method for the determination of zearalenone in animal feeding stuffs. The standard covers analysis by high performance liquid chromatography with fluorescence detection (HPLC‑FLD) combined with immunoaffinity column (IAC) clean‑up. It is applicable for zearalenone concentrations from 30 µg/kg to 3 000 µg/kg and was prepared by CEN/TC 327.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Analytical principle: organic solvent extraction → dilution with phosphate buffered saline (PBS) → capture on an immunoaffinity column → elution and quantification by HPLC with fluorescence detection.
- Scope and limits: validated working range 30–3 000 µg/kg for animal feed matrices.
- Sample & extraction:
- Typical test portion: 20.00 g finely homogenized feed.
- Extraction solvent: methanol/water 75:25 (v/v), 150 ml for a 20 g sample.
- Dilution to PBS prior to IAC.
- Immunoaffinity clean‑up:
- IAC capacity ≥ 1 500 ng zearalenone; recovery ≥ 70% when 75 ng applied (quality criterion given).
- Recommended loading and wash flow rates (gravity drops) to avoid column clogging.
- HPLC conditions & detection:
- Mobile phase example: methanol/water 75:25 (v/v) (degassed).
- Injection solvent and samples often prepared in methanol/water 50:50 (v/v).
- Fluorescence detection: excitation ~274 nm, emission ~446 nm.
- Typical injection volumes 100–300 µl and pump flow 0.5–1.5 ml/min.
- Standards & calibration:
- Use of calibrated ZON stock and working solutions with daily calibration curves (linearity checked).
- Reference to EN ISO 3696 for water quality in reagents.
- Safety: specific warnings for handling acetonitrile, methanol and zearalenone (oestrogenic compound) - use fume hood, PPE.
Applications and users
This standard is intended for:
- Analytical and contract laboratories performing routine mycotoxin testing in animal feed.
- Feed manufacturers and quality control teams monitoring zearalenone contamination.
- Regulatory bodies and enforcement laboratories verifying compliance with feed safety limits.
- Research institutions validating new methods or comparing immunoaffinity‑HPLC performance.
Practical benefits include robust cleanup (IAC) for complex feed matrices, sensitive fluorescence detection, and documented precision and recovery data supporting regulatory testing.
Related standards
- EN ISO 3696 - Water for analytical laboratory use (referenced for reagent water quality).
- EN 15792:2009 was prepared by CEN/TC 327 (Animal feeding stuffs) and is intended for national adoption across CEN member states.
Keywords: EN 15792:2009, zearalenone, animal feed, HPLC, fluorescence detection, immunoaffinity column, mycotoxin analysis, feed testing, method validation.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 15792:2009 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Animal feeding stuffs - Determination of zearalenone in animal feed - High performance liquid chromatographic method with fluorescence detection and immunoaffinity column clean-up". This standard covers: This International Standard is applicable to the determination of zearalenone in animal feed at concentrations from 30 µg/kg to 3 000 µg/kg.
This International Standard is applicable to the determination of zearalenone in animal feed at concentrations from 30 µg/kg to 3 000 µg/kg.
EN 15792:2009 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 65.120 - Animal feeding stuffs. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 15792:2009 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 70/373/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/382. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Futtermittel - Bestimmung von Zearalenon in Futtermitteln - Hochleistungsflüssigchromatographisches Verfahren mit Fluoreszenznachweis und Reinigung an einer ImmunoaffinitätssäuleAliments des animaux - Dosage de la zéaralénone dans les aliments des animaux - Méthode de chromatographie liquide haute performance avec détection par fluorescence et purification sur colonne d'immuno-affinitéAnimal feeding stuffs - Determination of zearalenone in animal feed - High performance liquid chromatographic method with fluorescence detection and immunoaffinity column clean-up65.120KrmilaAnimal feeding stuffsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15792:2009SIST EN 15792:2009en,fr,de01-december-2009SIST EN 15792:2009SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 15792September 2009ICS 65.120 English VersionAnimal feeding stuffs - Determination of zearalenone in animalfeed - High performance liquid chromatographic method withfluorescence detection and immunoaffinity column clean-upAliments des animaux - Dosage de la zéaralénone dans lesaliments des animaux - Méthode de chromatographieliquide haute performance avec détection par fluorescenceet purification sur colonne d'immuno-affinitéFuttermittel - Bestimmung von Zearalenon in Futtermitteln -Hochleistungsflüssigchromatographisches Verfahren mitFluoreszenznachweis und Reinigung an einerImmunoaffinitätssäuleThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 1 August 2009.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the CEN Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same status as theofficial versions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre:
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Contents Page Foreword . 3 1 Scope . 4 2 Normative references . 4 3 Principle . 4 4 Reagents . 4 5 Apparatus . 7 6 Procedures . 8 7 HPLC determination . 9 8 Calculations . 10 9 Precision . 11 10 Test report . 11 Annex A (informative) Precision data . 13 Bibliography . 15
Foreword This document (EN 15792:2009) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 327 “Animal feeding stuffs”, the secretariat of which is held by NEN. This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by March 2010, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by March 2010. Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association. According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
4.9 Phosphate buffered saline (PBS) Dissolve 8 g sodium chloride (4.4), 1,2 g disodium hydrogen orthophosphate (4.5), 0,2 g potassium dihydrogen phosphate (4.6) and 0,2 g potassium chloride (4.7) in 1 l of distilled water. Adjust the pH to 7,4 with hydrochloric acid (4.8). NOTE Commercially available phosphate buffered saline tablets with equivalent properties may be used. 4.10 Extraction solvent, methanol/water = 75+25 parts by volume Mix 75 parts per volume methanol (4.2) with 25 parts per volume of water 4.11 Washing solvent, methanol/PBS = 15 + 85 parts by volume Mix 15 parts per volume methanol (4.3) with 85 parts per volume PBS (4.9). 4.12 Injection solvent for HPLC analysis, methanol/water = 50+50 parts by volume Mix 50 parts per volume methanol (4.3) with 50 parts per volume water. 4.13 HPLC mobile phase, methanol/water = 75+25 parts by volume Mix 75 parts per volume methanol (4.3) and 25 parts per volume water.
Mix well and degas. 4.14 Zearalenone, minimum purity of 98 % WARNING — Zearalenone is an oestrogenic compound and shall be treated with extreme caution. Gloves and safety glasses shall be worn at all times and all standard and sample preparation stages shall be carried out in a fume cupboard. 4.15 Zearalenone (ZON) stock solution 10 µg Zearalenone per millilitre of Acetonitrile. May be prepared by the following:
Add 4,0 ml of acetonitrile (4.1) to 5 mg of zearalenone (4.14) for a standard solution of 1,25 mg/ml. Dilute 800 µl of the 1,25 mg/ml standard solution to 5,0 ml with acetonitrile (4.1) for a standard solution of 200 µg/ml. Dilute 250 µl of the 200 µg/ml standard solution to 5,0 ml of acetonitrile (4.1) to create the stock solution of 10 µg/ml. To determine the exact concentration record the absorption curve of this 10 µg/ml stock solution with the spectrophotometer (5.26) in the range of 200 nm to 300 nm in a 1 cm quartz cell with acetonitrile (4.1) as reference. Determine the absorption of the second maximum at λ = 274 nm. Calculate the mass concentration of zearalenone, ρzon, in micrograms per millilitre using equation 1: dMAzon×××=κρ100max
(1) SIST EN 15792:2009
is the absorption determined at the second maximum of the absorption curve (here: at 274 nm) M
is the molar mass of zearalenone (M = 318,4 g/mol); κ
is the molar absorption coefficient of zearalenone in acetonitrile (4.1) (here: 1 262 m2/mol ± 1 m2/mol [1]);
d
is the optical path length of the quartz cell in centimetres (here: 1 cm). Store standard solutions at below −18 °C. 4.16 ZON spiking solution The calibrated stock solution, see (4.15). This solution is stable for 2 months if stored at below −18 °C. 4.17 ZON working solution Transfer an aliquot of the calibrated stock solution (4.15), equivalent to 10 µg of ZON, into a volumetric flask (5.11). Add acetonitrile (4.1) to make the total volume up to 5 ml. This is a 2 µg/ml working solution. This solution is stable for 2 months if stored at below −18 °C. 4.18 ZON Calibration solutions for HPLC Prepare 5 HPLC calibration solutions in separate 10 ml volumetric flasks (5.11) by pipetting the volumes shown in Table 1 below. Make up each standard to volume (10 ml) with injection solvent for HPLC (4.12). Table 1 — Preparation of calibration solutions Calibration solution Volume of ZON working solution (4.17) µl Mass concentration of calibration solution ng/ml 1 50 10 2 250 50 3 450 90 4 650 130 5 850 170
The procedures above for standard preparation can be performed either by the use of pipettes or calibrated glassware as available. 4.19 Immunoaffinity column The immunoaffinity (IA) column contains antibodies raised against zearalenone. The column shall have a capacity of not less than 1 500 ng of zearalenone and a recovery of not less than 70% when 75 ng of zearalenone are applied in 10 ml of washing solvent (4.11).
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표준 EN 15792:2009는 동물 사료에서 제라알레논(zearalenone)의 측정을 위한 고성능 액체 크로마토그래피(HPLC) 방법을 규정하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 30 µg/kg에서 3 000 µg/kg의 농도 범위 내에서 동물 사료의 제라알레논 농도를 정확하게 결정할 수 있도록 설계되었습니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 높은 정확성과 신뢰성을 바탕으로 한 검출 기술입니다. 첨단 형광 검출 방식과 면역친화성 컬럼 청정화 과정을 통합하여, 최소 농도에서도 신속하고 정밀한 분석을 가능하게 하여 동물 사료의 품질 관리를 강화합니다. 또한, EN 15792:2009는 국제 표준으로써, 다양한 국가에서 동물 사료의 안전성과 품질을 보장하는 데 기여합니다. 이 표준은 동물 사료 산업에서 제라알레논의 모니터링을 위한 중요한 기초 자료를 제공하며, 안전한 사료 공급망을 유지하기 위해 반드시 준수해야 할 중요 사양을 포함하고 있습니다. 결론적으로, EN 15792:2009는 동물 사료 내 제라알레논의 정량을 위한 신뢰할 수 있는 방법론을 제공함으로써, 동물 사료 품질 관리와 안전성 확보에 있어 필수적인 표준으로 자리매김하고 있습니다.
The EN 15792:2009 standard offers a comprehensive guideline for the determination of zearalenone in animal feed, establishing a high-performance liquid chromatographic method that incorporates fluorescence detection and immunoaffinity column clean-up. Its scope is particularly notable as it largely addresses the critical need for accurate measurement of zearalenone at specific concentrations ranging from 30 µg/kg to 3,000 µg/kg, ensuring that the safety and quality of animal feed are maintained. One of the standout strengths of this standard is its methodological rigor. By employing high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) combined with fluorescence detection, the standard facilitates a highly sensitive and specific analysis of zearalenone, enabling feed producers and regulators to accurately assess contamination levels. This is particularly relevant given the potential health risks posed by zearalenone to livestock and, consequently, to human consumers. Moreover, the use of immunoaffinity column clean-up improves the overall reliability of the analysis by minimizing interferences from other substances present in animal feed. This aspect not only enhances the precision of the quantitative results but also emphasizes the standard’s commitment to providing a robust analytical framework. The relevance of EN 15792:2009 cannot be overstated, especially in the context of rising global concerns regarding food safety and the implications of mycotoxin contaminations in agriculture. By standardizing the method of determination for zearalenone, this document plays a vital role in supporting quality assurance practices within the feed industry. It empowers stakeholders, from farmers to regulatory bodies, to make informed decisions that protect both animal health and public safety. In summary, EN 15792:2009 stands as a critical standard for the determination of zearalenone in animal feed. Its scoped methodology, including HPLC and immunoaffinity techniques, coupled with its emphasis on accuracy and safety, underscores its importance and relevance in contemporary agricultural practices.
La norme SIST EN 15792:2009 porte sur la détermination de la zéaralénone dans les aliments pour animaux, ce qui est crucial pour garantir la sécurité alimentaire et la santé animale. Cette norme internationale est spécifiquement conçue pour mesurer la zéaralénone à des concentrations variées, allant de 30 µg/kg à 3 000 µg/kg. L'une des principales forces de cette norme réside dans l'utilisation de la méthode de chromatographie liquide haute performance (HPLC), qui se distingue par sa précision et sa sensibilité pour détecter les contaminants dans les aliments pour animaux. L'ajout d'un nettoyage par immuno-affinité renforce la fiabilité des résultats en éliminant les interférences potentielles. Cette approche permet une analyse approfondie et précise, indispensable pour les professionnels de l’industrie de l’alimentation animale. La pertinence de la norme SIST EN 15792:2009 s'étend au-delà de la simple détection de la zéaralénone. Elle est d'une importance cruciale pour les producteurs d'aliments pour animaux et les laboratoires d'analyse, car elle assure un cadre uniforme pour évaluer la qualité et la sécurité des aliments destinés aux animaux d'élevage. En respectant cette norme, les entreprises peuvent garantir que leurs produits sont conformes aux régulations en matière de sécurité alimentaire, ce qui est essentiel pour maintenir la confiance des consommateurs et la réputation des marques. En résumé, la norme SIST EN 15792:2009 est un outil indispensable pour la détection de la zéaralénone dans l'alimentation animale, grâce à sa méthodologie de pointe et à son application pratique dans le secteur de la sécurité alimentaire.
Die Norm EN 15792:2009 bietet eine umfassende und präzise Grundlage für die Bestimmung von Zearalenon in Tierfutter. Der Geltungsbereich dieser internationalen Norm ist klar definiert, da er die Analyse von Zearalenon-Konzentrationen im Bereich von 30 µg/kg bis 3.000 µg/kg ermöglicht. Dies ist besonders wichtig, da Zearalenon ein Mykotoxin ist, das potenziell schädliche Auswirkungen auf die Gesundheit von Tieren haben kann. Ein herausragendes Merkmal der Norm ist die Verwendung der Hochleistungsflüssigkeitschromatographie (HPLC) mit Fluoreszenzdetektion. Diese hochentwickelte Analysemethode gewährleistet eine hohe Empfindlichkeit und Genauigkeit bei der Bestimmung von Zearalenon, was für die Qualitätssicherung in der Tiernahrungsindustrie von großer Bedeutung ist. Darüber hinaus ermöglicht die Immunaffinitäts-Säulenreinigung eine effektive Trennung und Reinigung des Analyten, was die Gesamteffizienz des Verfahrens weiter steigert. Die Relevanz der Norm EN 15792:2009 kann nicht hoch genug eingeschätzt werden. In einer Zeit, in der die Lebensmittelsicherheit und die Gesundheitsaspekte der Tierernährung zunehmend in den Fokus rücken, stellt diese Norm sicher, dass Tierfutter auf einem sicheren und kontrollierten Niveau hinsichtlich Zearalenon gehalten wird. Durch die Bereitstellung eines standardisierten Verfahrens zur Ermittlung des Mykotoxins wird nicht nur die Gesundheit der Tiere geschützt, sondern auch das Vertrauen der Verbraucher in die Sicherheit von tierischen Lebensmitteln gestärkt. Zusammengefasst liefert die Norm EN 15792:2009 eine entscheidende Richtlinie für Fachleute im Bereich der Tierfutteranalyse. Ihre moderne Methodik und der klar definierte Anwendungsbereich machen sie zu einem wertvollen Instrument für die Gewährleistung der Sicherheit und Qualität von tierischen Futtermitteln.
EN 15792:2009は、動物飼料中のゼアラレノンの定量に関する国際標準であり、その範囲は非常に明確です。この標準は、動物飼料中のゼアラレノンの濃度を30 µg/kgから3,000 µg/kgの範囲で測定するために適用されます。この広範な適用範囲により、様々な動物飼料の品質管理に役立ち、飼料産業の安全性を高めることができます。 この標準の強みは、高性能液体クロマトグラフィー(HPLC)を利用した、蛍光検出および免疫親和性カラム精製の手法にあります。この技術により、高感度かつ特異的にゼアラレノンを定量することが可能となり、微量成分の検出精度が向上しています。この結果、動物の健康に直接影響を及ぼす可能性のある有害物質のモニタリングが強化されます。 また、EN 15792:2009は、飼料安全基準を遵守するための重要な枠組みを提供しており、動物飼料業界での信頼性を高める役割を果たしています。この標準に基づいて分析を行うことで、業界全体の品質保証が行われ、消費者の信頼を得ることにつながります。ゼアラレノンに対する正確な測定が可能になり、結果的に動物及び人間の健康維持に寄与する点でも、その関連性は非常に高いと言えます。 総じて、EN 15792:2009は、動物飼料の安全性と品質管理を強化するための有効な手段を提供し、業界全体にわたる重要な標準として位置づけられています。










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