Squalene
An almost colourless oil with a faint smell. Squalene is a natural organic compound originally obtained for commercial purposes primarily from shark liver oil (dogfish liver oil) by molecular distillation. Squalene has been extensively researched and, as an oxygen carrier, found to play a key role in maintaining health.
Following is our standard specification, which can be amended to meet our customer requirements.
| Product no. HQ101 Squalene |
An almost colourless oil with a faint smell. It is obtained from the dogfish liver oil by molecular distillation and then deodorised
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| Specifications |
Chromatographic purity
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min. 99 %
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Acid value (mg KOH/g)
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max. 0.5
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Iodine value
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360 – 400
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Saponification value
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max. 1.0
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Peroxide value (meq. O2/kg)
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max. 1.0
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Refractive index at 20°C
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1.4950 – 1.4990
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Colour: Gardner units
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max. 1
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| The Squalene oil meets all official regulations in regards to environmental contaminants. |
| The Squalene oil can be fortified with vitamins A, D and E, antioxidants and flavours. |
| The Squalene oil is packed under nitrogen and can be delivered in drums, IBC’s, Flexitanks or tank containers. |
For further information please contact:
bulk@lysi.is
