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Borage Oil
Product Name

Borage Seed Oil is Cold Pressed from the seeds of Technical Data
the Borage plant (Borago officinalis), and has the
highest concentration of Gamma Linolenic Acid
(GLA) of any plant source. Product Name: Borage Oil
Botanical Name: Borago officinalis
GLA is an Omega 6 Fatty Acid that is necessary for brain
function, regulation of metabolism, and healthy skin, hair, Food Safety: This product has been produced in accordance
and nails. Borage Seed Oil is commonly used for its skincare with HACCP principles
and nutritional benefits. It has many potential uses and is Active Ingredient(s): Gamma Linolenic Acid (Omega 6),
undeniably valuable for the entire body’s health and well- Linolenic Acid (Omega 6)
being. Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
Borage Seed Oil is widely used in skincare formulations for Shelf life: If stored in unopened containers at less than 20°C,
dry and damaged skin as it restores moisture and soothes this product can expect to have a shelf life of 12 months. Once
irritation, treating skin disorders such as psoriasis, eczema, opened the shelf life is limited by temperature, light and oxygen
acne, rosacea, and prematurely matured skin. GLA also has exposure. Any remaining oil should be blanketed with Nitrogen
the ability to calm and reduce inflammation, thus alleviating and used as soon as possible.
the pain, swelling, and joint stiffness associated with arthritis. Common Dosage: Liquid and/or Soft Gel Capsules and/or
Skincare Formulations
Fatty Acid Composition GMO Status: Product has been produced in a GMO/GE free
Fatty Acid Range production process
C16:0 Palmitic 9.0 – 12.0% Certifications available: HACCP and Organic. Kosher and Halal
C18:0 Stearic 2.0 – 6.0% available on request
C18:1 Oleic 14.0 – 20.0%
C18:2 Linoleic 35.0 – 42.0% Product Variations:
C18.3 γ- Linolenic NLT 19.0 – 24.0% • Borage Oil Cold Pressed refined GLA 20%, 22%, 23%, 24%
• Borage Oil Cold Pressed refined ORGANIC GLA 20%
• Borage Oil Cold Pressed unrefined GLA 20%, 22%, 23%, 24%
• Borage Oil Cold Pressed unrefined ORGANIC GLA 20%
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.

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