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Schizochytrium sp.

Low concern

FDA-approved source of DHA; vegetarian alternative to fish oil.

Found in
104 products

What it is

Marine microalgae used as a source of DHA omega-3 fatty acids.

Source of algal DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) for fortification.

What regulators actually say

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Regulatory status

United States — FDA

GRAS for DHA-rich oil from Schizochytrium sp.

European Union — EFSA

Approved novel food

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