Shark Cartilage

Description :

  • This powder is obtained from catshark skeletons.
  • Species: Small spotted catshark
  • Origin: Fished off the coasts of Normandy and Brittany.
  • Use: Human nutrition

Ingredients :

  • 100% shark cartilage powder.

Substances of interest:

  • Collagenous proteins (æN*5,46): ≥ 20 %
  • Chondroitin sulphate: 4% (+/- 1) Glycosaminoglycans (= Mucopolysaccharides): 5% (+/- 2)
  • Glucosamine sulfate : 2,5% (+/- 1)
  • Calcium : ≥ 20 %
  • Phosphorus: ≥ 10%

Physicochemical properties:

  • Appearance: Fine, non-granular, 300 µm
  • Colour: White
  • Odour: Neutral
  • Dry material: ≥ 90%
  • pH (aqueous solution 10%): 6.5 to 7

Packaging:

  • 25 kg kraft drum

Storage conditions:

We recommend you store this produce in the following conditions:

  • in a dry place
  • away from light
  • at a temperature below 20 °C

In these conditions, the minimum shelf life is 24 months. However, this storage time should be modified depending on the storage conditions.