Increasing the Value of Fish Oil Products: The Market Potential of Menhaden Fish Oil in the United States

摘要

The report reviews composition and properties of fats and oils, with emphasis on fish oils. It presents the production and supply of fish oils. The U.S. food oil market is presented in terms of use, production, and prices. Margarine and shortening markets are discussed in detail as well as fish oil use in these markets in Europe and Canada. Results of a survey of margarine and shortening manufacturers and their possible use of fish oil is detailed.