Chilean anchovy is recognized for its outstanding content of EPA and DHA polyunsaturated fatty acids when compared with alternative species. During refining, a concentration of Eicosapentaeonic Acid C20:5 -EPA- and Docosaheaxaenoic Acid C22:6 -DHA is achieved at commercial level, which is available in drums as Omega-3 Concentrate.
As a healthy component of man's diet, the oil in fish can improve health by helping to reduce many illnesses such as heart diseases, high blood pressure, arthritis, atherosclerosis according to studies by many medical institutions throughout the world.
Packing :
200 kg steel drums in containers. Special antioxidants (BHT,TBHQ or Vitamin E upon request). Customary orders on minimum concentrations of EPA or DHA might require 60 days for shipment.
Omega-3 Concentrate |
Omega-3 Standard |
Omega-3 Plus |
Free Fatty Acid (max) |
1% |
0.5% |
Moisture + Impurities (max) |
1% |
0.5% |
Unsaponifiable matters (max) |
1.5% |
1% |
Color (Gardner) |
14 |
7 |
Peroxide Value (max) |
5 mg/kg |
5 mg/kg |
Iodine Value (Wijs) |
160-180 |
170-200 |
S EPA + DHA |
12-25% |
30-35% |
Density at 25°C |
0.92-0.93gr/cc |
0.92-0.93 gr/cc |
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