HiProOil is a high-quality insect fat, offering a unique source of lauric acid and beneficial fatty acids. It supports immunity, metabolism, and digestive health in animals.
HiProOil is a next-generation insect fat that combines high energy value with biological functionality. Extracted from dried Hermetia illucens larvae through a pressing process, with no additives and GMO-free. A fat source with exceptionally high lauric acid content – supporting immunity, gut microbiota, liver function, and overall condition.
Features and parameters
Favorable fatty acid profile
High metabolic energy value.
Rich in lauric and myristic acids that support immunity, metabolism, liver health, and circulatory function.
Free from additives and chemicals
Produced without additives, free from GMOs.
Stable and safe to use
Low peroxide value, long shelf life,
no microbiological contamination,
and high melting point.
Versatile application
Proven to work in the nutrition of pigs, poultry, fish, dogs and cats as a functional fat component.
Values and benefits
Immune support
Thanks to its lauric acid content, it supports gut microbiota and the body’s immune system.
Lipid regulation and liver health
A favorable fatty acid profile supports lipid metabolism and liver condition.
Oral microbiota balance
Antipathogenic properties support gum
and oral health.
High digestibility and fast energy
Lauric acid provides a fast source of energy for the body’s cells.
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HiProOil is a next-generation functional fat ingredient – pure, effective, and versatile.
It provides a high energy value while maintaining full compliance with EU regulations. The product is stable, safe, and tailored to the needs of the animal nutrition sector. It is an excellent natural source of lauric acid, highly valued in the nutrition of pigs, poultry, dogs, cats, and fish for its unique properties.
Yes, producers of feeds and pet food containing insects – including Hermetia illucens – are subject to the same legal obligations as any other entity operating in the food or feed sector. They are required to ensure the safety of products placed on the market. This means complying with general hygiene and safety standards at each stage of production, in line with Regulation (EC) No 183/2005 on feed hygiene.
Hermetia illucens larvae dominate insect-based feed production. Their uniqueness lies in their rapid growth and rich chemical composition. Products derived from Hermetia are exceptionally well studied – as confirmed by numerous scientific publications across various animal species. Other insects that may be used in animal feed include: the housefly (Musca domestica), yellow mealworm (Tenebrio molitor), lesser mealworm (Alphitobius diaperinus), house cricket (Acheta domesticus), banded cricket (Gryllodes sigillatus), Jamaican field cricket (Gryllus assimilis), and silkworm (Bombyx mori).
Insect-based feed materials are rich in nutrients essential for proper functioning and overall health of animals. What sets them apart from conventional ingredients is their unique fatty acid profile – especially the high content of lauric acid, which naturally supports immunity, along with the presence of antimicrobial peptides. They also contain calcium and phosphorus in highly bioavailable forms.
Yes, insect protein can be used in feeds for fish, poultry, pigs, and companion animals – as permitted under Regulation (EU) 2017/893. The law requires that insects be raised on safe substrates, and that the processed protein meets specific microbiological and chemical standards.
From a biochemical perspective, any protein has the potential to trigger allergies. However, insect protein carries a lower risk than commonly used animal- or plant-based proteins. Because of this lower risk, insect protein is often used as an alternative for animals with allergies or food intolerances.