Akston Health
Akston Health
Engineered biological profile with rapid digestibility and optimal amino acid spectrum for Chile's aquaculture hatcheries.
Chile stands as the world's second-largest producer of farmed salmon, particularly in the regions of Los Lagos, Aysén, and Magallanes. The growth rates and biological safety of Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) and Coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch) depend heavily on the nutritional integrity of their feed. To maintain optimal Feed Conversion Ratios (FCR) and support high-performance aquaculture, feed mill operators require premium marine proteins.
Due to the stringent regulations enforced by the Subsecretaría de Pesca y Acuicultura (SUBPESCA) and the Servicio Nacional de Pesca y Acuicultura (SERNAPESCA), Chilean buyers focus on biosecurity, traceability, and sustainable sourcing. High-quality fish meal is essential for providing highly digestible amino acids (lysine, methionine) and essential Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), which are critical for salmonid immune systems and overall growth.
Faced with fluctuating wild anchovy catch quotas in the Humboldt Current system, Chilean feed manufacturers are diversifying their supply networks. They source high-protein marine ingredients globally that comply with international certifications, ensuring reliable supply lines and consistent quality.
Understanding the challenges procurement managers face in importing feed ingredients to Latin American ports.
El Niño events often cause disruptions in local South American anchovy fishing. Global sourcing networks provide a steady, year-round supply of marine protein to protect Chilean operations from raw material shortages.
Low-temperature (LT) steam-dried processing preserves the natural protein structure and essential amino acids, providing a high-digestibility product that outperforms hot-air dried alternatives.
We supply sanitary documentation that meets the strict import protocols of Chile's Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero (SAG), facilitating smooth port entry and customs clearance.
A trusted manufacturer and global supplier dedicated to delivering innovative health and nutrition solutions for the animal feed industry.
Qingdao Akston Health Co., Ltd. provides high-performance feed additives and nutritional ingredients that support healthier livestock, improved productivity, and safer food production worldwide. Our comprehensive product portfolio includes choline chloride, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and other functional feed additives designed to meet the nutritional requirements of poultry, swine, ruminants, aquaculture, and companion animals.
At Akston Health, quality is the foundation of everything we do. We work closely with qualified manufacturing partners and implement strict quality control systems throughout sourcing, production, and logistics to ensure every product meets international standards. Our experienced technical team also provides customized solutions and professional support to help customers achieve better production performance and sustainable business growth.
Driven by integrity, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we have established long-term partnerships with clients across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas. We are committed to creating lasting value through reliable products, competitive pricing, efficient supply chain management, and responsive customer service.
| ISO 9001:2015 | Certified Manufacturing Facilities |
| HACCP & GMP+ | Strict Feed Safety Protocols |
| Lab Validation | SGS/Eurofins Testing Available |
| Annual Output | Over 50,000 Metric Tons Capacity |
Premium feedstuffs for fish farming, formulated for gut health and feed intake optimization.
Scientific alignment of amino acid profiles, chemical freshness markers, and preservation protocols.
Carnivorous species like salmon require high-protein diets containing essential amino acids (methionine, lysine, threonine) in ratios that mimic wild prey. Traditional high-heat processing can degrade these heat-sensitive nutrients. Modern solutions use Low-Temperature (LT) Steam-Drying, which protects these sensitive amino chains.
To prevent oxidation, we stabilize our product with approved food-grade antioxidants before shipping across different climate zones. We monitor TVN (Total Volatile Nitrogen) levels during processing to ensure consistent freshness, and we check biogenic amine levels (Histamine, Putrescine, Cadaverine) to minimize the risk of gastric erosion in farmed salmonids.
By combining high-protein marine meals with key feed additives like Choline Chloride and essential vitamins, feed producers can optimize fat metabolism in fish livers, supporting efficient feed conversion.
| Quality Grade | Crude Protein (%) | TVN (mg/100g) | Histamine (ppm) | Pepsin Digestibility (%) | Primary Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Prime (LT) | ≥ 68% | ≤ 90 | ≤ 500 | ≥ 95% | Salmonid Starters & Smolt Transfer Feeds |
| Prime Grade | ≥ 67% | ≤ 110 | ≤ 700 | ≥ 94% | Grower Feeds for Salmon & Trout |
| Standard Quality | ≥ 65% | ≤ 130 | ≤ 1000 | ≥ 90% | Shrimp, Tilapia & General Aquaculture |
Importing feed components into Chile requires compliance with local sanitary and agricultural authorities. The Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero (SAG) regulates all imported raw materials of animal origin to protect local biosecurity. They require health certificates showing freedom from major pathogens and verify that no restricted animal proteins are present.
Our compliance support process is designed to assist Chilean importers at major entry ports like San Antonio, Valparaíso, and Coronel. We provide full documentation, including Sanitary Certificates, Certificates of Origin, and complete Laboratory Analysis reports for every batch.
We work with international logistics providers to coordinate container shipments, ensuring proper storage temperatures and ventilation during transit to prevent product degradation.
Explore our complete selection of feed-grade marine ingredients and specialized animal nutrition products.
Technical guidance and commercial answers for nutritionists and procurement managers.
The typical shipping transit time from our processing and export facilities to major Chilean ports (Valparaíso, San Antonio, Talcahuano) ranges from 30 to 40 days. This excludes customs clearance at origin and destination, which we support by providing all necessary paperwork beforehand.
Every batch undergoes automated thermal processing (minimum 85°C for 20 minutes) to eliminate pathogen risks. Before shipment, samples are analyzed by independent labs to verify the absence of Salmonella and enterobacteriaceae.
Freshness is primarily measured by Total Volatile Nitrogen (TVN) and biogenic amine content. We aim to keep TVN below 100 mg/100g and histamine levels below 500 ppm, which helps prevent dietary problems in farmed carnivorous fish.
Yes, we offer both standard synthetic antioxidants (such as BHA, BHT) and natural alternatives (mixed tocopherols or rosemary extract) to prevent lipid oxidation during long-distance transport, aligning with your local market regulations.
We follow strict sourcing guidelines to support sustainable fisheries management. Our raw materials are sourced from regulated fisheries, and we work to meet international traceability requirements like MarinTrust and MSC.
Every export lot is tested using atomic absorption spectroscopy to ensure heavy metals (such as Lead, Cadmium, Mercury, and Arsenic) remain well below the strict limits set by Chile's SAG and EU feed safety standards.
We ship in 25 kg multi-wall woven polypropylene bags, 50 kg bags, or 1000 kg bulk bags (super sacks) depending on your warehouse setup. Containers are fitted with moisture-absorbing desiccants to protect the product during long transits.
Yes, our technical team can formulate customized nutritional blends. By combining marine proteins with specific feed additives like choline chloride, we help feed mills optimize their formulas for fish and animal nutrition.
Partner with Qingdao Akston Health Co., Ltd. to secure premium, traceable marine protein shipments that meet Chile's regulatory standards.
