DESCRIPTION
DHA from Algal (Crypthecodinium) Oil occurs as a light yellow to orange colored oil providing a source of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA, C22H32O2) (C22:6 n-3), an omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid. It is obtained from fermentation of the species of microalgae Crypthecodinium cohnii, usually by solvent extraction. The oil may be winterized, bleached, and deodorized to substantially remove free fatty acids, phospholipids, odor and flavor components, and other material. Docosahexaenoic acid is the only significant polyunsaturated fatty acid present; DHA content may be standardized with other oils. Suitable antioxidants may be added.