• It reduces the incidence of broken, cracked and hidden cracks by increasing the egg shell quality in commercial layer and breeder hens. • It makes the eggshell smoother and brighter. It increases the thickness of the egg shell and ensures that more solid and stronger eggs are obtained. • It increases the number of eggs shipped, hatched and offered for sale. • By protecting the internal structure of the egg, it extends the shelf life and storage period. • It increases egg production and prevents rapid yield reductions. • It increases the vitality and hatchability of the embryo.