Certification of udder hygiene products

When it comes to udder hygiene products, different criteria must be taken into account for different product groups. For example, self-preservation, sensory changes and the nourishing effect all play a role. The disinfecting effect is also tested in accordance with DIN EN 1656, as is the presence of undesirable substances. 

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DLG test criteria for udder hygiene products

Milking fats/milking emulsions

  • Moisturising effect on teat skin and teat end
  • Self-preservation and product stability
  • Checking for unwanted and prohibited substances
  • No sensory change in the milk when used as directed
  • No inhibitors in milk when used as directed.

Teat dip (care products, medicinal products, biocides)

  • Disinfecting effect according to EN 1656
  • Moisturising effect on teat skin and teat end
  • Self-preservation and product stability
  • Checking for unwanted and prohibited substances
  • No inhibitors in milk when used as directed.

Somatic cell count test

  • Agreement with the cell count of a method approved in milk quality testing (Official Collection of Examination Procedures)