Omega-3 Fish Oil
LYSI’s Omega-3 Fish Oil contains high levels of omega-3 fatty acids (18% EPA and 12% DHA). These fatty acids are known to have many beneficial effects on the human body. Omega-3 Fish Oil can be offered in a number of different grades.
Following is the standard specification, which can be amended to meet customers’ requirements.
Product no. HO307 Omega-3 (18/12)
A pale yellow oil, almost without odour and taste. The oil is processed from fish species containing high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. It is refined, bleached, dried, coldfiltered and deodorised. The oil is free from genetically modified materials and components.
- The Omega-3 oil complies with EU legislation on contaminants in foodstuffs.
- The Omega-3 oil is available in accordance with all major pharmacopoeias and the CRN monograph.
- The Omega-3 oil can be fortified with vitamins A, D and E, antioxidants and flavours.
- The Omega-3 oil is packed under nitrogen and can be delivered in drums, IBC’s, flexitanks or tank containers.
For further information please contact: bulk@lysi.is
Specifications |
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| Free fatty acids % | max. 0.25 |
| Saponification value | min. 180 |
| Unsaponifiable matter % | max. 1.5 |
| Water and mucilage % | max. 0.15 |
| Refractive Index at 20°C | 1.481 - 1.485 |
| Weight g/ml at 20°C | 0.910 - 0.930 |
| Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) % | min. 18.0 |
| Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) % | min. 12.0 |
| Cold test; remains clear at 0°C for : | min. 3 hours |
| Colour: Gardner units | max. 6.0 |
| Peroxide value (meq. O2/kg) | max. 5.0 |
| Anisidine value | max. 20.0 |