Nutrition Comparison
Product
INCI Name
Scientific Name
Common Name
Plant Part Used
Composition
Origin
HS Code
Description
COLD PRESSED SACHA INCHI OIL
Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
Sacha Inchi
Seed
100% vegetable oil of Sacha Inchi seeds
Amazon region
1515.90.00.90
Naturik Cold Pressed Sacha Inchi Oil is obtained from the seeds of the Sacha Inchi plant grown and sustainably harvested in the Amazon jungle of Peru. Its main benefits are:
- Our oil is mechanically extracted through a cold pressing process without the use of chemicals or solvents at low temperatures preserving their essential fatty acids and tocopherols.
- It contains about 93% unsaturated fats mostly 84% polyunsaturated fats with alpha-linolenic acid (Omega-3) up to 48% and linoleic acid (Omega-6) up to 36% and 9% of monounsaturated fats with Oleic acid (Omega-9). It has little saturated fats with 7%.
- It has one of the highest contents of alpha-linolenic acid (Omega-3) with up to 48% among all vegetable oils in the world.
- It has an ideal balance between Omega-3 and Omega-6 (1.4 to 1). Omega-3 and Omega-6 are the two essential fatty acids that humans must ingest because the body requires them for good health but cannot synthesize them.
It has one of the highest concentrations of naturally occurring tocopherols mainly gamma and delta tocopherols with 1,900 mg/Kg. Due to its high content of naturally occurring tocopherols:
- Our sacha inchi oil does not require additives or chemical preservatives to maintain its freshness and stability through time.
- Our sacha inchi oil has one of the highest smoke points with 255ºC/491ºF among unrefined vegetable oils in the market allowing it to withstand cooking over medium-high heat.
- Its tocopherols are powerful antioxidants that can inhibit the activities of free radicals in the human body. They also aid in the maintenance of an effective immune system.
- Our sacha inchi oil is Organic, Kosher, Non-GMO, Gluten-Free, Vegan and it is an ideal oil for Ketogenic diet.
- Our sacha inchi oil has Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) notice (GRN No. 506) by the FDA and Novel Food authorization by the European Commission declaring it safe for human consumption.
Due to its slightly nutty flavor, our sacha inchi oil can be consumed directly or in salad dressings, vegetables, pastas, yogurts or smoothies.
Also, our cold pressed sacha inchi oil can be used as a cooking oil and add Omega-3 fatty acids to homemade dishes as it is suitable for all types of cooking methods, including baking, roasting and stir-frying. Due to its high content of naturally occurring tocopherols, our cold pressed sacha inchi oil has a high smoke point of 255ºC/491ºF that is higher than most unrefined vegetable oils in the market allowing it to withstand cooking over medium-high heat.
Food
Intended
Uses
Vegetable Oils / Fats
Cold Pressed Sacha Inchi Oil
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Virgin Olive Oil
Extra Light Olive Oil
Unrefined Coconut Oil
Refined Coconut Oil
Unrefined Flaxseed Oil
Unrefined Sunflower Oil
Unrefined High-Oleic Sunflower Oil
Unrefined Sesame Oil
Unrefined Hemp Seed Oil
Unrefined Avocado Oil
Refined Avocado Oil
Omega 3 Content
46%-48%
0.5%-1%
0.5%-1%
0.5%-1%
0%
0%
50%-55%
0.2%
0.2%
0%
20%-22%
1%
1%
Smoke Point (ºC and ºF)
255ºC/491ºF
160ºC/320ºF
216ºC/420ºF
242ºC/468ºF
177ºC/350ºF
204ºC/400ºF
107ºC/225ºF
107ºC/225ºF
160°C/320°F
177°C/350°F
165°C/330°F
204ºC/400°F
271ºC/520°F
Maximum Cooking Temperatures (ºC and ºF)
Medium-High Heat 190-232ºC (375-449ºF)
Medium-Low Heat 121-162ºC (250-324ºF)
Medium Heat 162-190ºC (324-374ºF)
Medium Heat 162-190ºC (324-374ºF)
Medium-Low Heat 121-162ºC (250-324ºF)
Medium Heat 162-190ºC (324-374ºF)
Not for Cooking
Not for Cooking
Low Heat 107-121ºC
(225-249 ºF)
Medium-Low Heat 121-162ºC (250-324ºF)
Low Heat 107-121ºC
(225-249 ºF)
Medium Heat 162-190ºC (324-374ºF)
(450-550 ºF)
Food Properties
Helps support healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels within a normal range. Contributes to enhance immunological system. Excellent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Cosmetic Intended Uses
Solubility: Lipo-soluble. Application concentrations: 1-5%. Anti-aging formulations, products for sensitive skins, dry skin treatments, protective formulations for irritated skins repair.
Cosmetic Properties
- Sacha Inchi oil is one of the richest plant sources of alpha-linolenic acid (Omega 3) up to 48%. Omega 3 fatty acids help the skin retain moisture, regulate oil production, and maintain elasticity.
- Its high alpha-linolenic acid (Omega 3) up to 48% and linoleic acid (Omega 6) up to 36% contents provide with anti-inflammatory and regenerative properties.
- Sacha Inchi oil has a very high content of tocopherols (Vitamin E) of 190 mg/100g. Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant, blocking free radical damage caused by exposure to UV rays. Vitamin E also boosts collagen production, helping to maintain skin elasticity and prevent wrinkle formation.
- It contains phytosterols (247mg/100g) being the main ones β-sitosterol (56.5%) and stigmasterol (27.9%). The phytosterols ß-Sitosterol and stigmasterol have a regenerative effect and reduce trans epidermal water loss (TEWL).
Process
Selecting and cleaning, dehulling, selecting, cold pressing, filtering and packing.
Shelf Life
36 months, as long as the package is store sealed at recommended conditions.
Storage & Shipping Conditions
Store the product in a cool and dry place at room temperature under 25 ºC with relative humidity under 65% and away from sunlight.
Seasonality
High from April to November. Low from December to March.
GUARANTEES
Non-GMO
Our cold pressed sacha inchi oil is produced without the use of any input or raw material that can proceed from Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO).
Allergen Free
Our cold pressed sacha inchi oil is produced without the use of any input or raw material that may contain allergens.
Gluten Free
Our cold pressed sacha inchi oil is produced without the use of any input or raw material that may contain gluten.
Irradiation Free
Irradiation Free
CERTIFICATIONS
Kosher
Irradiation Free
BRC
NSF International
GMP
NSF International
HACCP
NSF International
HACCP
Union for Ethical Biotrade
SUSTAINABLE SOURCING AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
We source our premium raw materials from our own crops and through direct partnerships with small farmers from several communities in the coastal plains, Andean highlands and the Amazon rainforest following social and environmental principles and contributing directly to regional development and environmental preservation. We were recognized as a member of the Union for Ethical Biotrade (UEBT) in 2014, an international non-profit association that promotes ethical trade of ingredients originating from native biodiversity. Being a member of UEBT certifies our commitment to biodiversity conservation, respect for traditional knowledge, and equitable sharing of benefits throughout the supply chain.
SENSORIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter
Color
Taste
Aroma
Appearance
Specification
Light bright yellow
Characteristic, without foreign flavors
Characteristic, without foreign odors
Liquid
Test Method
Visual
Organoleptic
Organoleptic
Visual
PHYSICOCHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter
Free Fatty Acids
Peroxide Value
Saponification Value
Density (at 25ºC)
Iodine Value
Specification
≤ 2.0 g Oleic Acid/100g
≤ 10 meq of O2/kg of Oil
180.00 – 210.00 mg KOH/g of Oil
0.90 – 0.93 g/cm3
180.00 – 200.00 g/100g
Test Method
ISO 660. 2009
AOAC 965.33. 2012 or ISO 3960.2007
AOAC 920.160. 2005
ISO 6883. 2007
AOAC 920.158. 2005
CONTAMINANTS
Parameter
Lead
Cadmium
Mercury
Arsenic
Total Aflatoxins (B1+B2+G1+G2)
Aflatoxin B1
Specification
< 1.0 mg/kg
< 1.0 mg/kg
180.00 – 210.00 mg KOH/g of Oil
< 1.0 mg/kg
≤ 4 ug/kg
≤ 2 ug/kg
Test Method
ICP – MS Atomic Absorption
ICP – MS Atomic Absorption
ICP – MS Atomic Absorption
ICP – MS Atomic Absorption
LC-MS/MS
LC-MS/MS
MICROBIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter
Mesophilic aerobic plate count
Yeast
Mold
E. coli
Salmonella
Specification
< 1,000 cfu/g
< 100 cfu/g
< 100 cfu/g
Absent/g
Absent/25g
Test Method
AOAC 990.12 or ICMSF 2da Ed. 1983
ICMSF 2da Ed. 1983
ICMSF 2da Ed. 1983
ISO 7251:2005
ICMSF 2da Ed. 1983
FATTY ACID COMPOSITION
Parameter
Palmitic acid, C16:0
Stearic acid, C18:0
Oleic acid, C 18:1 (Omega 9)
Linoleic acid, C18:2 (Omega 6)
Alpha acid, Linolenic (Omega 3)
Specification
3.0% – 5.0%
1.0% – 4.0%
≥ 8.9%
≥ 32.1%
≥ 44.7%
Test Method
ISO 12966-1 y 2, or
AOAC 996.06, or
AOCS 1h -05
NUTRITIONAL CHARACTERISTICS (Average values for 100g of product)
Parameter
Total Calories
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Polyunsaturated Fat
Alpha Linolenic Acid (Omega 3)
Linoleic Acid (Omega 6)
Monounsaturated Fat
Oleic Acid (Omega 9)
Trans Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrate
Dietary Fiber
Total Sugars
Added Sugar
Protein
Vitamin D
Vitamin E (Alpha-, Beta-, Gamma-, Delta-Tocopherols)
Calcium
Iron
Potassium
Result
900.00
100.00
6.95
84.02
47.97
36.05
8.90
8.80
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
194.18
0.00
0.00
0.00
Unit
kcal/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
mg/100g
mg/100g
mg/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
ug/100g
mg/100g
mg/100g
mg/100g
mg/100g
TOCOPHEROLS CONTENT (Average values for 100g of product)
Parameter
Alpha (α) Tocopherol
Beta (β) Tocopherol
Gamma (γ) Tocopherol
Delta (δ) Tocopherol
Total Tocopherols
Result
0.60
0.18
119.70
73.70
194.18
Unit
mg/100g
mg/100g
mg/100g
mg/100g
mg/100g
CONTENT OF LABELLING
Product Name
Lot Number
Presentation
Production Date
Expiration Date
Gross Weight
Net Weight
Organic Logos (if applicable)
Kosher Logo (if applicable)
Country of Origin
Exporter Information
Client Name and PO#
RESEARCH
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=sacha+inchi+oil
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SACHA INCHI EXTRUDED POWDER
GENERAL INFORMATION
Product
Scientific Name
Common Name
Plant Part Used
Composition
Origin
HS Code
SACHA INCHI EXTRUDED POWDER (SACHA INCHI PROTEIN POWDER)
Plukenetia Volubilis L.
Sacha Inchi
Seed
100% hulled sacha Inchi seed cake
Amazon region
1208.90.00.00
Description
Naturik sacha inchi extruded powder is obtained from the seeds of sacha inchi (Plukenetia Volubilis L.) grown and sustainably harvested in the Amazon rainforest of Peru. The sacha inchi seeds are cold pressed to extract part of the oil and the seed cake obtained is gently heat extruded, dried, grinded, and sifted to obtain a water-soluble powder with improved digestibility and enhanced nutritional value. Its main benefits are:
a) Improved taste, solubility, and digestibility than regular sacha inchi powder.
- For taste – It has a neutral taste and it was removed the chalky, gritty taste in the mouth.
- For solubility – It dissolves faster and better in liquids and maintains together for longer time with a slower sedimentation.
- For digestibility – It has a more homogeneous cooking process ensuring a better digestibility.
b) High source of plant-based protein with more than 60%, easily digestible and with all nine essential amino acids in ideal balance.
c) Good source of Omega-3.
d) Contains up to 10% fat being mainly unsaturated fats with 93% of Omega-3, Omega-6 and Omeg-9 and very little saturated fats with 7%.
e) Its unsaturated fat is mainly alpha-linolenic acid (Omega-3) up to 48%, linoleic acid (Omega-6) up to 36% and oleic acid (Omega-9) up to 9%.
f) Good source of dietary fiber with 14%.
g) Precooked via extrusion to improve digestibility and enhance nutritional value.
h) Kosher, non-GMO, gluten free, grain free and vegan.
i) Ideal for Ketogenic and Paleo diets.
j) Has a kill step with the controlled heat extrusion that ensures food safety peace-of-mind.
Uses
– It is ideal to enrich with protein any food and beverage. It has a neutral taste that can be added to juices, smoothies, yogurts and soups, sprinkled over cereals and fruits and used in desserts and baked goods.
– As a base of protein supplements and dietary supplements.
– In preparation of textured vegetable protein (TVP).
– As a raw material for the preparation of isolated protein.
Properties
Can be used in a wide range of functional food applications where low carb, high protein, high fiber and a healthy amount of Omega-3s are desired.
Process
Selecting and cleaning, dehulling, selecting, cold pressing, pre-milling, extruding, drying, milling, sieving, filling, metal detection, labelling & packing, storing & dispatching.
Shelf Life
24 months, as long as the package is store sealed at recommended conditions.
Storage & Shipping Conditions
Store the product in a cool and dry place at room temperature under 25 ºC with relative humidity under 65% and away from sunlight.
Seasonality
High from April to November. Low from December to March.
GUARANTEES
Non-GMO
Our sacha inchi extruded powder is produced without the use of any input or raw material that can proceed from Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO).
Allergen Free
Our sacha inchi extruded powder is produced without the use of any input or raw material that may contain allergens.
Gluten Free
Our sacha inchi extruded powder is produced without the use of any input or raw material that may contain gluten.
Irradiation Free
Our sacha inchi extruded powder is produced from sacha inchi seeds that are free from irradiation.
CERTIFICATIONS
Kosher
Irradiation Free
BRC
NSF International
GMP
NSF International
HACCP
NSF International
HACCP
Union for Ethical Biotrade
SUSTAINABLE SOURCING AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
We source our premium raw materials from our own crops and through direct partnerships with small farmers from several communities in the coastal plains, Andean highlands and the Amazon rainforest following social and environmental principles and contributing directly to regional development and environmental preservation. We were recognized as a member of the Union for Ethical Biotrade (UEBT) in 2014, an international non-profit association that promotes ethical trade of ingredients originating from native biodiversity. Being a member of UEBT certifies our commitment to biodiversity conservation, respect for traditional knowledge, and equitable sharing of benefits throughout the supply chain.
SENSORIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter
Color
Taste
Aroma
Appearance
Specification
Light Beige
Characteristic, without foreign flavors
Characteristic, without foreign odors
Powder
Test Method
Visual
Organoleptic
Organoleptic
Visual
PHYSICOCHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter
Particle Size
Moisture Content
Protein (N x 6.25)
Fat
Specification
Max 400 micron (Mesh 40) and Max 250 micron (Mesh 60)
< 8%
Min. 58%
Max. 10%
Test Method
Visual
AOAC 930.04. C3
NTP 205.042. 1976 (rev 2017)
NTP 205.041. 1976 (rev 2016)
CONTAMINANTS
Parameter
Lead
Cadmium
Mercury
Arsenic
Specification
< 1.0 mg/kg
< 1.0 mg/kg
< 1.0 mg/kg
< 1.0 mg/kg
Test Method
ICP – MS Atomic Absorption
ICP – MS Atomic Absorption
ICP – MS Atomic Absorption
ICP – MS Atomic Absorption
MICROBIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter
Mesophilic aerobic plate count
Molds
Yeast
Total Coliforms
E. coli
Bacillus cereus
Salmonella
Specification
< 100,000 cfu/g
< 100 cfu/g
< 100 cfu/g
< 100 cfu/g
Absent
< 1,000 cfu/g
Absent/25g
Test Method
AOAC 990.12 or ICMSF 2da Ed. 1983
AOAC 990.12 or ICMSF 2da Ed. 1983
AOAC 990.12 or ICMSF 2da Ed. 1983
AOAC 990.12 or ICMSF 2da Ed. 1983
ISO 7251:2005
ICMSF 2da Ed. 1983
ICMSF 2da Ed. 1983
NUTRITIONAL CHARACTERISTICS
(Average values for 100g of product)
Parameter
Total Calories
Calories from fat
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Polyunsaturated Fat
Alpha Linolenic Acid (Omega 3)
Linoleic Acid (Omega 6)
Monounsaturated Fat
Trans Fat
Cholesterol
Total Carbohydrate
Total Sugars
Dietary Fiber
Protein
Ash
Moisture
Sodium
Calcium
Iron
Potassium
Phosphorus
Vitamin D
Specification
403.00
80.00
8.90
0.70
7.39
4.08
3.31
0.79
0.00
0.00
18.17
5.47
14.30
62.58
5.45
4.90
4.30
482.00
7.00
1,800.00
1,420.00
0.00
Unit
kcal/100g
kcal/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
mg/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
mg/100g
mg/100g
mg/100g
mg/100g
mg/100g
ug/100g
AMINO ACID COMPOSITION
Parameter
Aspartic acid
Threonine
Serine
Glutamic acid
Proline
Glycine
Alanine
Valine
Methionine
Isoleucine
Leucine
Tyrosine
Phenylalanine
Lysine
Histidine
Arginine
Cystine
Tryptophan
Total Protein (Nx6.25)
Specification
6.90
2.78
3.57
7.73
2.23
6.39
2.21
3.41
0.74
2.66
4.07
2.79
1.41
2.75
1.16
6.09
1.52
2.24
62.58
Unit
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
g/100g
PACKAGING
Packaging
Bag (NY-LDPE, transparent)
Box (Cardboard)
Heat treated Pallets ISPM15
Container Class A 20”
Container Class A 40”
Net Weight
10 kg
20 kg (2 bags)
1,120 kg (56 boxes)
11,200 kg (560 boxes)
22,400 kg (1,120 boxes)
Dimension
60cm x 40cm
50cm x 33cm x 26cm
1.0m x 1.2m x 2.23m
Specification
Thickness: 70μ
Thickness: 690 mm/100
All packaging materials in accordance with the current versions of the FDA and EU regulations and the guidelines of the FDA and EU for food packaging.
CONTENT OF LABELLING
Product Name
Lot Number
Presentation
Production Date
Expiration Date
Gross Weight
Net Weight
Organic Logos (if applicable)
Kosher Logo (if applicable)
Country of Origin
Exporter Information
Client Name and PO#
*Label information can be customized upon client requirement.