What is DHAgold® S17-B• Premium dried, whole-cell algae containing a

minimum of 17% DHA omega-3• Specially processed to naturally encapsulate the

high DHA oil, protecting it from oxidation• Plus a natural antioxidant system added for extra

protection• 12 month shelf life when stored in a cool, dry

location away from direct sunlight

Health Benefits of DHA for Companion Animals**• DHA supplementation increases milk production in

lactating dams• Supplementing with DHA improves visual response

and trainability in puppies• Food with DHAgold® S17-B promotes cognitive

performance in older dogs• Preformed DHA appears necessary for proper

accumulation of neural and retinal DHA in felines• DHA supports skin and coat health in dogs and cats

DHAgold® S17-BScientific evidence indicates that docosahexaenoicacid (DHA), a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid, plays animportant role in supporting the health of companionanimals through all stages of life.Pet product consumers also recognize that DHA provides many health benefits for their pets.* DHAgold S17-B is a dried, whole-cell algae ingredientthat contains high levels of DHA and other healthfulnutrients that can be easily formulated into pet foods,supplements and treats.

DHAgold® S17-B is a Sustainable, High Quality, Traceable Source of DHA Omega-3• Made from non-GMO microalgae grown by closed

fermentation• Naturally fish-free without the concern of ocean-

borne contaminants• Produced by DSM in a U.S., FDA inspected, cGMP,

FEMAS, AIB certified facility• A safe, consistent, easy to handle natural ingredient

DHAgold® Marketing and Consumer ResourcesDHAgold® is promoted through consumer advertisingto support our partner's sales efforts as well as in-crease consumer awareness and demand for productscontaining DHAgold® S17-B. To learn more visitwww.DHAgold.com

* DSM Pet Consumer Study by MarketTools ** These benefits are a representation of the current science

and are not intended as claims.

For more information contact your DSM Nutritional Products representative or visit www.dhagold.com

DHAgold®

for COMPANION ANIMALS

Proximate analysis % Fatty Acid Profile % Amino Acid Profile mg/kgMoisture 3 12:0 Lauric 0.2 Aspartic Acid 8,983Protein (N X 6.25) 11.5 14:0 Myristic 4.3 Threonine 4,460Fat 49 15:0 Pentadecanoic 0.2 Serine 4,457Ash 7 16:0 Palmitic 11.2 Glutamic Acid 17,667Carbohydrate (dif ) 29 18:0 Stearic 0.2 Proline 4,313 18:3n3 ALA 0.1 Glycine 4,753Minerals mg/kg 18:3n6 Linolenic 0.1 Alanine 6,860Calcium 279 18:4n3 SDA 0.1 Valine 5,047Copper 2.86 20:3n6 Homogammalinoleic 0.8 Isoleucine 3,620Iron 12.3 20:4n6 Arachidonic 0.4 Leucine 6,550Magnesium 1233 20:5n3 EPA 0.5 Tyrosine 3,267Manganese 4.49 21:5n3 HPA 0.1 Phenylalanine 4,043Phosphorus 9957 22:5n3 DPA, Clupanodonic acid 0.2 Lysine 3,497Potassium 6070 22:5n6 DPA, 7.9 Histidine 1,573Sodium 25100 22:6n3 DHA 21.8 Arginine 7,470Zinc 4.05 24:0 Lignoceric 0.1 Cystine 1,520 Total Omega-3 22.8 Methionine 2,283Vitamins Total Omega-6 9.2 Taurine 115Vitamin A, IU/kg <0.1 Free Fatty Acids 1 Tryptophan 1,227Vitamin C, mg/kg 704 Total amino acids 91,705Vitamin E, IU/kg 15 Carotenoids & Chlorophyll mg/kg Sugar Profile % Sterol Profile mg/kgAstaxanthin 0.3 Fructose 0.5 Cholesterol 880Canthaxanthin 0.6 Glucose 2.2 Campesterol 42Lutein <0.1 Sucrose <0.1 Stigmasterol 1,330Zeaxanthin <0.1 Lactose <0.1 Beta Sitosterol 244Lycopene <0.1 Maltose 1.9 Brassicasterol 199Β-carotene 29.8 Galactose <0.1 Other Sterols/Stanols 2,150Chlorophyll 5.9 Total sugar 4.6 Total Sterols 3,963 Other Dietary Fiber Profile %Peroxide Value, mEq/kg 4.70 Total Dietary Fiber 40.8Carnosic Acid, mg/kg 66 Dietary Fiber Including Resistant Oligosaccharides (CODEX Def.) 43.2ORAC Standard, umol/g 72.7 Sum of Resistant Oligosaccharides 2.4

Nutritional Profile:(Typical Lot Analysis)DHAgold® S17-B

DHAgold® S17-B is a fermentation product, and due to thecharacteristics of the producing organism, some variability inthe nutritional values will be observed from lot to lot.

Preculture Fermentation Drum drying DHAgold® S17-B

For more information contact your DSM Nutritional Products representative or visit www.dhagold.com