ImperialOel:
Your supplier for lanolin, omega-3, omega-6 and specialty ingredients

ImperialOel is a know-how-driven, owner-managed ingredient company founded in 1920. We supply selected natural lipids and specialty ingredients to customers worldwide. Focus areas include lanolins for cosmetic applications, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids for infant nutrition, and contract manufacturing solutions.

Our product portfolio

Omega-3 and omega-6 ingredients

Under MarisOmega, ImperialOel supplies premium quality omega-3 and omega-6 ingredients for functional food, infant nutrition, and dietary supplements:

Fish-based, microalgae-based, and plant-based omega-3 oils, including AhiFlower®
Microencapsulated powders for a wide range of applications
Development and contract manufacturing of liquid omega-3 supplements for innovative brands
Backed by over 30 years of experience and strong scientific and regulatory expertise

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Lanolins

Wool grease, lanolin, and lanolin derivatives have been at the heart of ImperialOel’s business since its foundation in 1920
Long-standing business relationships, some established over 75 years ago, contribute to deep industry expertise
One of the world’s largest independent suppliers of lanolin products
A diverse range of modern lanolins and derivatives, including alcohols and various lanolin fractions
Our Lanis and Lanis Tech brands play an important role in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications

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Specialities

Throughout its 100-year history, ImperialOel has offered a wide range of specialty oils, including natural lipids, bone products, and oleochemical specialties such as cashew nut shell liquid and lecithin. This diverse product range is utilised across a variety of industries and applications worldwide, supported by a knowledgeable team of application experts serving three core industries:

beauty and personal care
food, beverage, drug and supplements
industrial, technical & construction.

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Why ImperialOel?

We listen to you: as a customer, as a supplier, and as a human being. We want to understand where you are coming from and where you want to go so we can provide the best possible support.
We are specialists. We focus on few product categories, which we know inside-out: from back to front and top to bottom. You can be sure our market advice and technical support is as extensive as it is rock-solid.
We add value, not cost. We help you identify and source the best ingredients for your needs – and not the most expensive. We provide access to products from reputable manufacturers leading in quality, not in marketing.
We are lean and responsive: fast, flexible, and efficient. But we are also large enough to offer a full complement of services, resources, and safety guarantees.
We are independent. As a family-owned, family-run business, we can pursue our own vision and are not restricted by stock-market demands and volatility. Our business strategy is based on long-term goals, not on short-term sales targets.

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Services

Product customisation: ImperialOel offers tailored guidance for ingredient selection and packaging design, emphasizing natural and eco-friendly solutions.
Application support: ImperialOel provides comprehensive application support, offering insights into formulation, complementary ingredients, and packaging solutions tailored to specific requirements.
Tansparent sourcing: ImperialOel ensures ingredient sustainability through close collaboration with suppliers, rigorous supply chain monitoring, and robust traceability procedures established with manufacturing partners.
Expert guidance in regulations, compliance, and science: ImperialOel offers expert guidance in navigating regulations, compliance, and scientific matters, encompassing import/export restrictions, product labeling, and health claims.

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