Wacker Biochem Corporation and Omega Protein, Inc. Announce Distribution Agreement for OmegaDry
Wacker has developed a breakthrough technology to produce fish oil in powder form using gamma cyclodextrin as a new alternative to microencapsulation. The cyclodextrin stabilizes the oil against oxidation and heat. Compared to microencapsulation, these complexes have the added advantage that they cannot be destroyed by shear forces. Based on this technology, Wacker and Omega Protein are expecting to gain a significant share of the evolving U.S. market.
Various epidemiological and clinical studies have linked long-chain omega-3 fatty acids with a reduction in the risk of heart disease and a drop in triglyceride levels. These fatty acids are also used in the treatment of inflammatory disorders, and are essential for the growth of brain and retina in human development.
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