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Title:

Enrichment of Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA) of Pharmaceutical Grade (≥98% purity) from Borage Oil
Value Proposition:
  • High-purity GLA not easily available commercially.
  • Economical, multi-technique approach.
  • Suitable for pharma-grade applications.
Summary Application:
  • Multi-step process using urea adduct, crystallization, column purification, esterification and distillation
  • Achieve ≥98% GLA purity from borage oil.
Advantages:

Dietary supplements, cosmetics, anti-inflammatory agents, metabolic disorders.
Tech. Readiness Level:
CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology
CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology[CSIR-IICT]
:  director[at]iict[dot]res[dot]in
:91-40-27193030
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Industrial Applications: Formulations [Drugs and Pharmaceuticals] Nutraceuticals [Drugs and Pharmaceuticals] Nutrition [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Personal care [Drugs and Pharmaceuticals]