Ingredient specifications

Every ingredient behind the Caminia house-brand range and the network's bulk supply: where it comes from, how it is supplied, and what it is tested for.

Values shown are target release specifications. Every shipment is released against its own lot certificate of analysis (CoA); values marked for verification await confirmation against supplier CoAs.

Marine ingredients

High-DHA tuna oil (refined)

NewRD technology: Tuna oil heavy-metal remediation

Refined oil from tuna heads, a by-product of Thai tuna processing, with a naturally DHA-dominant omega-3 profile. The base oil for the network's softgels and infused oils.

Source
Tuna heads from Thai tuna processing, supplied by a leading Thai seafood group [VERIFY: supplier naming permission]
Form
Clear, pale-yellow oil; refined, bleached, deodorised and molecular-distilled [VERIFY: refining site]
Packaging
20 kg and 190 kg nitrogen-flushed drums [VERIFY: pack sizes]
Supply
Bulk supply to Caminia-USA (US) and China buyers

Applications

  • Omega-3 softgels
  • Carrier oil for infused botanical softgels
  • Pet oils
  • Functional food oils

Used in (Caminia house brand)

  • Turmeric Extract with Tuna Oil
  • Lycopene with Tuna Oil
  • Rosemary Extract with Tuna Oil
  • Blue Lotus Extract with Tuna Oil
  • PalVita Dressing Tuna Oil for Pets
High-DHA tuna oil (refined) — target specification
ParameterTarget specificationMethod
DHA[TBD: % as triglyceride, per CoA]AOCS Ce 1b-89
DHA : EPA ratio≥ 4 : 1 [VERIFY]Calculated from FAME profile
Peroxide value≤ 5 meq O₂/kgAOCS Cd 8b-90
p-Anisidine value≤ 20AOCS Cd 18-90
TOTOX≤ 262 × PV + AV
Acid value≤ 3 mg KOH/gAOCS Cd 3d-63
Lead (Pb)≤ 0.1 mg/kgICP-MS
Cadmium (Cd)≤ 0.1 mg/kgICP-MS
Mercury (Hg)≤ 0.1 mg/kgICP-MS
Inorganic arsenic≤ 0.1 mg/kgHPLC-ICP-MS
Dioxins + dl-PCBs≤ 6.0 pg WHO-TEQ/gGC-HRMS
Heavy-metal remediation data[TBD: third-party test data]Third-party lab

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Bioactive-infused tuna oil

NewRD technology: Bioactive-infused tuna oil

High-DHA tuna oil with a fat-soluble botanical active dispersed into the oil phase, so one ingredient carries both omega-3s and the botanical. Supplied as a ready-to-encapsulate softgel fill.

Source
NewRD infusion process, Thailand, using the refined tuna oil above
Form
Oil-based fill; variants: curcuminoids, lycopene, rosemary extract [VERIFY: variants offered]
Packaging
20 kg nitrogen-flushed drums, or supplied direct to softgel encapsulation
Supply
Softgel fill for the Caminia house-brand range; bulk on request

Applications

  • Softgel fill
  • Combination omega-3 + botanical products
  • Private-label softgels

Used in (Caminia house brand)

  • Turmeric Extract with Tuna Oil
  • Lycopene with Tuna Oil
  • Rosemary Extract with Tuna Oil
Bioactive-infused tuna oil — target specification
ParameterTarget specificationMethod
Botanical active contentPer variant [TBD: label claim and assay per variant]HPLC
Base-oil qualityMeets refined tuna-oil specification aboveAs listed
Peroxide value≤ 5 meq O₂/kgAOCS Cd 8b-90
Dispersion droplet size100–300 nm [VERIFY: particle-size data]Dynamic light scattering
AppearanceHomogeneous, no sediment after 24 h at 25 °CVisual

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Tuna marine collagen peptide

Hydrolysed collagen peptide from tuna skin, an upcycled seafood by-product, standardised for dipeptide content. Pescatarian-friendly alternative to bovine and porcine collagen.

Source
Tuna skin from Thai tuna processing, supplied by a leading Thai seafood group [VERIFY: supplier naming permission]
Form
White to off-white, free-flowing powder; neutral odour
Packaging
20 kg lined cartons [VERIFY: pack sizes]
Supply
Bulk supply to Caminia-USA (US) and China buyers

Applications

  • Sports-recovery powders
  • Beauty-from-within drinks and powders
  • Gummies
  • Protein fortification

Used in (Caminia house brand)

  • RCHG Workout Support
Tuna marine collagen peptide — target specification
ParameterTarget specificationMethod
Protein (N × 5.55, dry basis)≥ 90%Kjeldahl
Dipeptide content≥ 15%HPLC [VERIFY: method]
Average molecular weight[TBD: Da, per CoA]GPC / SEC
Moisture≤ 7%Loss on drying
Ash≤ 2%Gravimetric
pH (1% solution)5.0–7.0pH meter
Lead (Pb)≤ 0.5 mg/kgICP-MS
Cadmium (Cd)≤ 0.1 mg/kgICP-MS
Mercury (Hg)≤ 0.1 mg/kgICP-MS
Total aerobic count≤ 1,000 cfu/gUSP <2021>
SalmonellaAbsent in 25 gUSP <2022>
AllergenFish (tuna) — must be declared on US labelsFALCPA

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Botanical extracts

Turmeric extract — curcuminoids NLT 90%

NewRD technology: undefined

Full-spectrum turmeric extract standardised to no less than 90% total curcuminoids, keeping the natural curcumin, demethoxycurcumin and bisdemethoxycurcumin profile.

Source
Curcuma longa rhizome grown in Thailand; curcumin supplied to NewRD by Orient Innovation (OIC)
Form
Orange-yellow fine powder; developed for USDA Organic certification [VERIFY]
Packaging
25 kg fibre drums with double PE liners
Supply
Used in infused tuna oil; bulk extract on request

Applications

  • Infused-oil softgels
  • Capsules and tablets
  • Combination formulas

Used in (Caminia house brand)

  • Turmeric Extract with Tuna Oil
  • PalVita Dressing Tuna Oil for Pets
Turmeric extract — curcuminoids NLT 90% — target specification
ParameterTarget specificationMethod
Total curcuminoids≥ 90%HPLC (USP Turmeric Extract)
Loss on drying≤ 5.0%USP <731>
Particle size100% through 80 meshSieve
Residual solventsMeets USP <467>GC-HS
Lead (Pb)≤ 1.0 mg/kgICP-MS
Arsenic (As)≤ 1.0 mg/kgICP-MS
Cadmium (Cd)≤ 0.5 mg/kgICP-MS
Mercury (Hg)≤ 0.1 mg/kgICP-MS
Total aerobic count≤ 10,000 cfu/gUSP <2021>
Yeasts & moulds≤ 1,000 cfu/gUSP <2021>
E. coliAbsent in 10 gUSP <2022>
SalmonellaAbsent in 10 gUSP <2022>
Organic certification[VERIFY: certifier name and certificate]—

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CaminACT® water-soluble curcuminoid complex

A curcuminoid complex built to disperse in water, standardised to no less than 20% total curcuminoids, for capsules, powders and water-based beverages.

Source
Curcumin supplied by Orient Innovation (OIC); CaminACT® trademark [VERIFY: owner and registration]
Form
Yellow, water-dispersible powder; carrier system [TBD: carrier]
Packaging
25 kg fibre drums with PE liners
Supply
Used in the CaminACT® capsule; bulk on request

Applications

  • Capsules
  • Stick-pack powders
  • Functional beverages

Used in (Caminia house brand)

  • CaminACT Turmeric Extract with Magnesium Amino Chelate
CaminACT® water-soluble curcuminoid complex — target specification
ParameterTarget specificationMethod
Total curcuminoids≥ 20%HPLC
Water dispersibility[TBD: test method and acceptance limit]In-house
Loss on drying≤ 5.0%USP <731>
Lead (Pb)≤ 1.0 mg/kgICP-MS
Arsenic (As)≤ 1.0 mg/kgICP-MS
Cadmium (Cd)≤ 0.5 mg/kgICP-MS
Mercury (Hg)≤ 0.1 mg/kgICP-MS
Total aerobic count≤ 10,000 cfu/gUSP <2021>
Yeasts & moulds≤ 1,000 cfu/gUSP <2021>
E. coliAbsent in 10 gUSP <2022>
SalmonellaAbsent in 10 gUSP <2022>

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Lycopene (tomato extract)

A carotenoid from tomato, bought in and dispersed into high-DHA tuna oil for softgel fill.

Source
Third-party tomato-extract supplier [TBD: supplier]
Form
Oleoresin or crystalline [TBD: grade]
Packaging
As supplied; stored under nitrogen, protected from light
Supply
Input to the lycopene infused-oil fill

Applications

  • Infused-oil softgels

Used in (Caminia house brand)

  • Lycopene with Tuna Oil
Lycopene (tomato extract) — target specification
ParameterTarget specificationMethod
Lycopene[TBD: % per supplier CoA]HPLC
Peroxide value (oleoresin)≤ 10 meq O₂/kg [VERIFY]AOCS Cd 8b-90
Lead (Pb)≤ 1.0 mg/kgICP-MS
Arsenic (As)≤ 1.0 mg/kgICP-MS
Cadmium (Cd)≤ 0.5 mg/kgICP-MS
Mercury (Hg)≤ 0.1 mg/kgICP-MS

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Rosemary leaf extract

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, standardised to carnosic acid, dispersed into tuna oil for softgel fill. Carnosic acid also helps protect the oil from oxidation.

Source
Third-party extract supplier [TBD: supplier]
Form
Oil-dispersible powder or oleoresin [TBD: grade]
Packaging
As supplied
Supply
Input to the rosemary infused-oil fill

Applications

  • Infused-oil softgels
  • Natural antioxidant for marine oils

Used in (Caminia house brand)

  • Rosemary Extract with Tuna Oil
Rosemary leaf extract — target specification
ParameterTarget specificationMethod
Carnosic acid[TBD: % per supplier CoA]HPLC
Rosmarinic acid[TBD: % per supplier CoA]HPLC
Lead (Pb)≤ 1.0 mg/kgICP-MS
Arsenic (As)≤ 1.0 mg/kgICP-MS
Cadmium (Cd)≤ 0.5 mg/kgICP-MS
Mercury (Hg)≤ 0.1 mg/kgICP-MS
Total aerobic count≤ 10,000 cfu/gUSP <2021>
Yeasts & moulds≤ 1,000 cfu/gUSP <2021>
E. coliAbsent in 10 gUSP <2022>
SalmonellaAbsent in 10 gUSP <2022>

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Blue lotus flower extract

Nymphaea caerulea flower extract for an infused-oil softgel. Supply is subject to a regulatory review before any US shipment.

Source
[TBD: supplier]
Form
[TBD: grade]
Packaging
As supplied
Supply
On hold pending regulatory review

Applications

  • Infused-oil softgels

Used in (Caminia house brand)

  • Blue Lotus Extract with Tuna Oil
Blue lotus flower extract — target specification
ParameterTarget specificationMethod
Botanical identity[VERIFY: botanical identity, marker compound and US regulatory status]HPTLC + macroscopy
Marker compound[TBD: marker and % per CoA]HPLC
Lead (Pb)≤ 1.0 mg/kgICP-MS
Arsenic (As)≤ 1.0 mg/kgICP-MS
Cadmium (Cd)≤ 0.5 mg/kgICP-MS
Mercury (Hg)≤ 0.1 mg/kgICP-MS
Total aerobic count≤ 10,000 cfu/gUSP <2021>
Yeasts & moulds≤ 1,000 cfu/gUSP <2021>
E. coliAbsent in 10 gUSP <2022>
SalmonellaAbsent in 10 gUSP <2022>

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Minerals & functional ingredients

Magnesium & zinc amino chelate (plant-sourced)

Minerals bound to amino acids, with magnesium from cacao and zinc from spinach, in a form that is gentler on digestion than oxide forms.

Source
Third-party mineral supplier [VERIFY: plant sources and supplier]
Form
Off-white powder
Packaging
As supplied
Supply
Input to the CaminACT® capsule

Applications

  • Capsules
  • Mineral blends

Used in (Caminia house brand)

  • CaminACT Turmeric Extract with Magnesium Amino Chelate
Magnesium & zinc amino chelate (plant-sourced) — target specification
ParameterTarget specificationMethod
Elemental magnesium[TBD: % per supplier CoA]Titration / ICP-OES
Elemental zinc[TBD: % per supplier CoA]ICP-OES
Loss on drying≤ 8% [VERIFY]USP <731>
Lead (Pb)≤ 1.0 mg/kgICP-MS
Arsenic (As)≤ 1.0 mg/kgICP-MS
Cadmium (Cd)≤ 0.5 mg/kgICP-MS
Mercury (Hg)≤ 0.1 mg/kgICP-MS

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Attap palm flour (Nypa fruticans)

Flour milled from the seed endosperm of the attap (nipa) palm. It hydrates quickly and acts as a clean-label thickener, stabiliser and gum replacement, with fermentable fibre.

Source
Nypa fruticans fruit, Thailand; milling partner [TBD: mill]
Form
Off-white flour; organic status [VERIFY: certification]
Packaging
20 kg lined bags; retail packs for Caminia-USA
Supply
Retail packs for Caminia-USA; bulk to food manufacturers on request

Applications

  • Thickener and stabiliser for sauces and drinks
  • Gum replacement
  • Gluten-free baking
  • Fibre fortification

Used in (Caminia house brand)

  • Organic Attap Flour
Attap palm flour (Nypa fruticans) — target specification
ParameterTarget specificationMethod
Dietary fibreUp to 20.9% (published literature value) [TBD: per CoA]AOAC 991.43
Protein5.8–8.7% (published literature value) [TBD: per CoA]Kjeldahl
Moisture≤ 12% [VERIFY]Loss on drying
Gluten[TBD: result, if a gluten-free claim is made]ELISA (R5)
US food-ingredient status[VERIFY: US regulatory status]—
Total aerobic count≤ 10,000 cfu/gUSP <2021>
Yeasts & moulds≤ 1,000 cfu/gUSP <2021>
E. coliAbsent in 10 gUSP <2022>
SalmonellaAbsent in 10 gUSP <2022>

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