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Evening Primrose Seed
Product Name

As a specialty oilseed, Evening Primrose Seed is Technical Data
predominantly pressed for oil. Evening Primrose Oil
(EPO) is a renowned source of Gamma Linolenic
Acid (GLA), and has high levels of the Essential Product Name: Evening Primrose Seed
Fatty Acid (EFA), Linoleic Acid, these fatty acids Botanical Name: Oenothera biennis
help in the strengthening of cell membranes, and Food Safety: This product has been produced in accordance
nourishing and revitalising skin tissues. with HACCP principles
Shelf life: 12 months from production date
Evening Primrose Oil is extracted from the seed of the Evening
Primrose plant (Oenothera biennis) and is common in both Allergen Statement: No allergens. Gluten may be present
nutritional and skincare products. GLA is a precursor for GMO Status: Product has been produced in a GMO/GE free
a number of important hormone-like biological functions production process
required for many vital processes within the body. Used as Certifications available: HACCP. Kosher and Halal available on
a moisturiser, it gives skin a smoother appearance which may request
be helpful to those with skin conditions.
Product Variations:
• Evening Primrose Seed
All of the information supplied (the “Data”) has been prepared for general information
purposes only, and in preparing the Data the Midlands group of companies (Midlands)
have relied upon independent laboratory testing and technical services from third parties.
Midlands assumes no responsibility whatsoever for any errors or omissions in the Data. As
a result the Data is not to be relied upon, and the receiving party should conduct their own
investigations with respect to the product and the Data in order to satisfy themselves that
it is suitable for their intended purpose.

Evening Primrose Oil Average Nutritional Information per 100ml (9% GLA)
Energy 3430kJ Omega 6 75.9g
Protein 0.0g Linoleic Acid 67.6g
Fat, Total 92.6g Gamma Linolenic 8.3g
Saturated 9.3g Monounsaturated 7.4g
Trans 0.0g Carbohydrate, total 0.0g
Polyunsaturated 75.9g Sugars 0.0g
Sodium >5mg

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