GOED visited China earlier this year, giving presentations at several industry events and meeting with local GOED member companies. During that time we learned about some confusion in the Chinese market in terms of marketing claims and labeling language as well as questionable statements about omega-3 science being included on social media platforms. We put together this video to help educate members about the marketing misconceptions in this important and fast-growing market.
Please note that GOED does not analyze or make any representation of accuracy for the Omega-3 News items. This is simply a compilation of news articles found on the internet that are relevant to the EPA and DHA business.
Highlights
GOED Submits Comments to Brazilian Regulatory Agency Regarding Algae Products
As a clarification to last week’s story, New US Executive Order on Tariffs Announced, if a country (e.g. Canada) has a free trade agreement with the US, preferential tariff rates still apply if the product qualifies under the agreement’s rules of origin. The challenge for omega-3 companies is determining what products (i.e., refined oils versus encapsulated products) qualify under an agreement's rules of origin. Note that if a new reciprocal tariff deal is signed, it may replace or modify the original free trade agreement for certain goods or sectors.
Antarctic Krill Fishery Quota Reached
The Antarctic krill fishery has been temporarily closed for the season after the CCAMLR-set catch quota was reached for the first time since the system was introduced. This closure demonstrates that the precautionary management framework for the krill fishery is working exactly as intended. The catch level represents less than 1% of the estimated biomass in Area 48, and operations continue to follow strict voluntary buffer zones around wildlife, alongside high scientific standards.
Production & Supply Chain
Japanese conglomerate Mitsubishi has submitted a letter of intent to acquire an additional 13.81% of GOED member Thai Union, aiming to increase its total stake to 20%.
Zhangzhou fishing port in Fujian, China, is offering a CNY 40 million (US$5.6 million, €4.8 million) subsidy to support the purchase of new Antarctic krill-fishing vessels, aiming to expand the port’s distant-water fleet and global reach.
GOED sent a letter to the Canadian General Standards Board requesting the addition of DHA algal oil to CAN/CGSB-32.311-202X (Organic production systems - Permitted Substances Lists).
New Products
Korean health brand Dong-A Pharm has launched three new SelfRX Basic supplements, including two omega-3 products. SelfRX rTG Omega-3 and SelfRX Plant-based rTG Omega-3 both offer 600 mg of EPA and DHA.
Plant protein company Juicy Marbles has debuted Kinda Salmon, a salmon alternative developed in collaboration with Austrian startup Revo Foods. Each serving of the raw filet provides 13 g of protein, 117 mg of DHA and 74 mg of EPA from microalgae oil.
Vietnamese nutrition brand Kidsmix introduced Kidsmix Nutritional Milk Cream, designed for babies in their key developmental stage. The custard-style formula is enriched with EPA, DHA and ALA omega-3s, and other nutrients to support healthy growth and development.
US-based Ultimate Pet Nutrition has launched Mobility Renew, a soft chew supplement for dogs that supports joint health. It features a blend of ingredients, including omega-3 from salmon oil, to promote mobility.
GOED member Aker BioMarine’s Lysoveta (lysophosphatidylcholine-bound EPA/DHA from krill) was named a finalist in the Ingredient of the Year: Mind and Mood category at the 2025 NutraIngredients-Asia Awards.
US pet health brand Wuffes has been awarded “Dog Hip & Joint Product of the Year” at the 2025 Pet Innovation Awards for its Advanced Hip & Joint Support Chews. The chews feature EPA and DHA omega-3s from wild Alaskan pollock oil to support joint and skin health.
South Korean supplement manufacturer RP Bio has produced over 4 million “Eye Cod Liver Oil” capsules for pharmaceutical company GC Green Cross, with an additional 2 million planned by August. Each capsule contains 500 mg of cod liver oil. RP Bio reported a 41% annual growth rate in approvals for cod liver oil eye health products in South Korea over the past four years.
Novotel, with nearly 600 hotels worldwide, has partnered with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to launch Sustainable Seafood Principles, banning 350 endangered species and ensuring all wild-caught seafood is GOED member Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)-certified or locally sourced.
GOED member Corbion reported strong financial performance in H1 2025, with EBITDA up 23.8% to €106.6 million (US$123.3 million) and revenues rising 1.3% to €645.6 million (US$747 million).
GOED member Nissui reported a 6% increase in operating profit for April–June 2025, reaching a record US$69 million (€59 million). The growth was driven by a strong rebound in its Alaska pollock business, improved Chilean salmon farming operations and solid performance in overseas whitefish processing.
GOED member Thai Union reported 19.7% profit growth in Q2 2025 despite a year-over-year sales decline, crediting strong cost control and improved margins.
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