Australian Approved Name (AAN): DHA/EPA rich Schizochytrium algal oil
Common names and synonyms: docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) rich oil derived from microalgae Schizochytrium sp.
Mandatory components: Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)
Warnings and restrictions: Only for use in oral medicines when in combination with other active or excipient ingredients. The ratio of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) to eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) must be 2:1.
Ingredient specific acceptance criteria – DHA (22:6 n-3) as triglycerides NLT 240mg/g; EPA (20:5 n-3) as triglycerides NLT 120mg/g
Allowable purpose of the ingredient: Active
TGA reference: Compositional Guidelines