Table 4.
Specifications of the NF (as currently reported in the Union list) and comparison with analytical content of the NF under assessment
| Parameter | Specification for Schizochytrium sp. oil (union list) | NF under assessment (based on batch to batch analysis) | Method of analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acid value (mg KOH/g) | ≤ 0.5 | 0.28 (max) | Not reporteda |
| Peroxide value (meqO2/kg) | ≤ 5.0 | 4.8 (max) | Not reporteda |
| Moisture and volatile (%) | ≤ 0.05 | 0.02 (max) | Not reporteda |
| Unsaponifiables (%) | ≤ 4.5 | 1.29 (max) | Not reporteda |
| Trans‐fatty acids (%) | ≤ 1.0 | < 0.4 | Not reporteda |
| DHA‐content (%) | ≥ 32.0 | 40.5–46.3 | Not reporteda |
a
Method of analysis is not reported on the Union list.