Approved by the US NDI identity certification, rapeseed opens a new era of plant-based Omega-3!
Fish oil Omega-3 fatty acids have always been a hot spot in the field of nutrition and health, and the sales of related products have long been in the forefront of the North American market. According to market data from Grand View Research, the global Omega-3 market reached US$2.49 billion in 2019 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.7% from 2020 to 2027. Every year, there are endless scientific research data on Omega-3 fatty acids around the world. The US FDA and the European Union's EFSA also recognize the safety and health of the raw materials, and approve multiple DHA/EPA health claims. At the same time, consumers' health awareness of "fish oil" has also risen to a new level.
In the past 10 years, the market applications of Omega-3 fatty acids were mainly concentrated in dietary supplements, and the product formulations were mostly capsules. At present, people are focusing on using Omega-3 fatty acids as ingredients in functional food and beverage products. According to Mintel's 2020 global new product database, there are more than 1,800 fortified foods added with Omega-3 fatty acids on the market, including Snacks, biscuits, beverages, candies, chocolates, bread, cereals, milk, etc.
The Global EPA and DHA Omega-3s Organization (GOED) has formulated the recommended daily intake of EPA and DHA, 500 mg per day for healthy adults, 700-1000 mg per day for pregnant/lactating women, 1 gram per day depending on related health situation. However, to achieve the recommended daily intake, consumers need to eat fish 3-4 times a week. Obviously many people cannot reach it. Therefore, Omega-3 fatty acid fortified products have become the main way for consumers to meet their nutritional needs. .
