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DHA Algal Oil

Low concern

DHA is an essential omega-3 fatty acid important for brain and eye development; algal oil is a vegetarian source approved as a Novel Food in EU and GRAS in US.

Found in
291 products

What it is

Oil derived from microalgae (typically Schizochytrium sp. or Crypthecodinium cohnii) rich in docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), an omega-3 fatty acid.

Nutrient / omega-3 fortification

What regulators actually say

"DHA is required for the proper functional development of the brain and for visual function."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

GRAS (multiple GRAS notices, e.g., GRN 137, GRN 580)

European Union — EFSA

Authorised Novel Food

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