TABLE B.13
Typical Fatty-Acid Composition of Borage Oil
| Fatty Acid | Percent of Total Fatty Acids |
|---|---|
| C16:0 | 12.1 |
| C18:0 | 3 |
| C18:1 | 18.1 |
| C18:2n-6 | 37.7 |
| C18:3n-6 | 24.6 |
| C18:3n-3 | 4.5 |
| Total PUFA | 66.7 |
Source: Adapted from Takahashi et al., Comp. Biochem. Physiol., Part B, 127:213–222, 2000.