Micronutr. pdr, 5 comp, custom /PAC-30

General Description
A multiple micronutrient powder (MNP) supplement containing 5 essential vitamins and minerals in the base of a carrier. Each sachet weighs 1 gram, supplied in boxes or pouches of 30 sachets. MNPs are designed for point of use fortification of complementary foods for children and vulnerable populations to prevent anaemia and vitamin and mineral deficiencies.

Indications:
Micronutrient supplementation/food fortification in emergencies;
Micronutrient supplementation/food fortification in complementary foods for breast-fed infants;
Micronutrient supplementation/food fortification for young children where dietary micronutrient intakes are insufficient.

Target Group: children aged 6 - 59 months.
Primary target group: children aged 6 -24 months.

Applicable standards reference:

WHO guideline : use of multiple micronutrient powders for point-of-use fortification of foods consumed by infants and young children aged 6–23 months and children aged 2–12 years1

Technical Specifications
General Description:
A multiple micronutrient powder (MNP) supplement containing 5 essential vitamins and minerals in the base of a carrier. Each sachet weighs 1 gram.

Composition
Vitamin A 300 µg (as dry CWS vitamin A acetate or palmitate beadlets)
Vitamin C 30 mg (as ascorbic acid sodium or calcium ascorbate)
Folic acid 160 µg (as folic acid anhydrous)
Iron 12.5 mg (as coated Ferrous fumerate, NaFe EDTA*or Ferrous bisglycinate)
Zinc 5 mg (as Zinc sulphate, or gluconate)Maltodextrin q.s.
*Max 2.5mg of elemental iron from NaFeEDTA, the remaining 10 mg of iron added from another approved form

Physical and organoleptic characteristics
Fine, granular, segregation free, off white or slightly yellow, odorless powder with very fine speckles; having a bland taste which has minimal impact on the taste, smell or color of the food when mixed with the food.

Standard shelf life
24 months (minimum)

Storage conditions
Do not store above 30 °C
Store in original packaging, in a cool dry place; protect from moisture.
Keep out of reach and sight of children

Dispensing and instructions for use
Do not use if the sachet or package is torn or damaged.
Mix the sachet contents with a small portion of solid or semi-solid food just before serving.

Dosage
Children aged 6 - 59 months one sachet daily.

Adverse Effects
Supplemental iron and zinc has been reported to cause mild gastrointestinal upset in sensitive individuals, particularly if consumed on an empty stomach.

Cautionary Programme Note
Breastfeeding should be encouraged to be continued if MNPs are part of a complimentary diet for the infant. Breastfeeding is recommended for 24 months and exclusively for 6 months. This is not a replacement for any additional nutritional interventions, which shall continue alongside use of this product.
In malaria-endemic areas, the provision of iron MNPs should be implemented in conjunction with measures to prevent, diagnose and treat malaria. http://www.who.int/nutrition/publications/micronutrients/guidel ines/guideline_mnp_infants_children/en/


Shipping instructions:
Transport in a cool dry place less than 30 degrees Celsius

Temperature conditions:
as above

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Useful links:
WHO guideline