Aker has patented a new krill oil composition with high phospholipids, astaxanthin esters, and omega-3 content. Extracted using a two-stage supercritical fluid process, the oil shows improved bioeffectiveness in anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, insulin resistance, and blood lipid profile areas. The encapsulated krill oil contains specific percentages of key components for oral administration. GlobalData’s report on Aker gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Aker, was a key innovation area identified from patents. Aker's grant share as of February 2024 was 60%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Krill oil with high phospholipids, astaxanthin, and omega-3
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11865143B2) discloses an encapsulated krill oil formulation designed for oral administration. The encapsulated krill oil contains specific characteristics, including a high percentage of phosphatidylcholine (greater than 30% w/w), low levels of free fatty acids (less than 5% w/w), and less than 0.45% arachidonic acid. Additionally, the krill oil must contain at least 100 mg/kg of astaxanthin esters to meet the patent's requirements.
Furthermore, the patent specifies that the encapsulated krill oil may also include a phytonutrient from a source other than krill and must have at least 20% triglycerides. The formulation should also contain a minimum of 20% omega-3 fatty acids as a percentage of total fatty acids. The patent outlines additional criteria for the composition of the krill oil, such as the percentage of lysophosphatidylcholine and total cholesterol present. Overall, the patent aims to protect the unique encapsulated krill oil formulation with specific nutritional characteristics for potential commercial applications.
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