KD Pharma German Fish Oil vs. Solutex Spanish Fish Oil: Comprehensive Raw Material Comparison
In recent years, as consumers have become increasingly aware of high-concentration Omega-3 fish oil, many brands have started offering high-concentration fish oil products. What many consumers may not know is that producing high-concentration fish oil requires advanced technology, and only a few manufacturers worldwide possess the expertise for extraction. In other words, despite numerous brands available in the market, they often source their raw materials from the same original manufacturers.
Our team conducted an investigation into various high-concentration fish oil products commonly found in Taiwan and discovered that the primary sources of high-concentration fish oil are the German company KD Pharma (e.g., YuMei Guji Chi Fish Oil, and Dayen Biotech German Premium Fish Oil) and the Spanish company Solutex (e.g., Nutritionist Light Food 80% Functional Fish Oil). To help consumers understand the differences between these two main raw material manufacturers, we are providing a detailed comparison.
Company Basic Information Comparison
| German KD Pharma | Spanish Solutex | |
| Established | 1988 | 2004 |
| Revenue | Over 200 million euros | Over 20 million euros |
| Annual Sales | 2000 tons | Unknown |
| Offices | 11 offices in 8 countries globally | 4 offices in 3 countries globally |
Pharmaceutical-Related Production Comparison
| German KD Pharma | Spanish Solutex | |
| Collaboration with Pharmaceutical Companies | Pfizer, GSK, Teva | Unknown |
| Pharmaceutical Products | World’s largest active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturer for lipid-lowering medications Omacor®, Lovaza®, and VASCEPA® | Unknown |
| New Drug Development | Conducting COVID-19-related trials and developing Alfa® for the treatment of familial adenomatous polyposis | Unknown |
Patent Technology Comparison
| German KD Pharma | Spanish Solutex | |
| Patents | 12 process technology patents, 3 product composition patents, 6 individual therapeutic drug patents (*Official patent numbers available below) | 2 process patents (**Official patent numbers available below) |
| Technology | KD-Pür® Technology: Supercritical fluid extraction (SFE) and supercritical fluid chromatography (SFC) manufacturer, Other specialized technologies include molecular distillation, supercritical CO2 extraction, and fluidized bed technology | FLUTEX Technology: Molecular distillation and supercritical CO2 extraction, Cleantex® Technology: Reducing heavy metals and contaminants |
| Product Packaging | *** Argon gas (higher cost) | *** Nitrogen gas (lower cost) |
| Fish Oil Shelf Life | 3 years | 2 years |
German KD Pharma Patent Numbers: EP0712651B1, US8293932B2, JP4501088B2, EP0762118B1, EP1143243A1, WO2017005235A1, EP1183323B1, EP1202785A1, WO2001007137A1, US8063235B2, CA2656286C, EP2040810A2, WO2007147554A2, WO2005049772A1, US7541480B2, EP1685222B1, US6042840A, US6234464, WO2009065395A2, US20100331415, US5709855
** Spanish Solutex Patent Numbers: US9309484B2, EP2732014A1
*** Argon gas is heavier than nitrogen gas, allowing it to displace any remaining air in the container, ensuring the quality of the oil.
Original Manufacturer Certification Comparison
| German KD Pharma | Spanish Solutex | |
| Facility | ISO 9001 Quality Management ISO 14001 Environmental Management ISO 50001 Energy Management cGMP Current Good Manufacturing Practices US FDA Certification EMAS EU Eco-Management and Audit Scheme Certification Environmental Association Member (Member of UMWELTPAKT SAAR) FOS Friends of the Sea Certification IFOS Fish Oil Standard Certification GOED Global Omega-3 (EPA/DHA) Organization Member |
ISO 9000 Quality Management ISO 22000 Food Safety Management cGMP Current Good Manufacturing Practices UNE 166002 Innovation Management System Standard US FDA Certification FOS Friends of the Sea Certification IFOS Fish Oil Standard Certification GOED Global Omega-3 (EPA/DHA) Organization Member |
| Pharmaceutical License | Manufacturing License for Pharmaceutical Ingredient APIs | Manufacturing License for Pharmaceutical Ingredient APIs |
| Countries for Production According to Pharmacopoeia | USA, Europe, Japan, World Health Organization | Spain, South Korea |
| Other Certifications | Unknown | GRMS Global Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment D&B Dun & Bradstreet Global Business Analysis |
Conclusion
When searching for high-quality high-concentration fish oil products, it’s essential to not only consider the concentration but also learn more about the fish oil extraction original manufacturer. This way, you can ensure that you are purchasing the highest quality product available.
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