Amazon oil based on ‘superfood’ in the eyes of Asian buyers

Entrepreneurs from the Amazon region showcase their best exports at Latin America’s most important food and beverage exhibition.

Amazonian oils made from superfoods attracted interest from buyers from Japan, South Korea, Spain and Chile at Expoalimentaria 2023 (EA), showing that there is not only consumer demand for them but also as cosmetics, the business expert said Industry input. Claudia Ramos of the Loreto Brand Project of the Loreto Regional Government.

These oils, made from inca inchi, aguaj, coconut, ungurahui and huasaí, have several very beneficial properties for external health and have great potential due to the current skin care trends around the world, especially in Asian countries.

“For example, inchi oil restructures and protects the skin, hair and nails; aguaje hydrates and moisturizes skin cells and softens hair; coconut protects lips and prevents cellulite; huasaí is rich in vitamins A, B3, C and E and is a Excellent antioxidant; and ungurahui is rich in omega 9”

he explained.

Other products include atomized Camu Camu, Aguaje and other powdered and capsule superfoods, which have attracted the attention of buyers from Italy, Colombia and Panama due to their high nutritional value.

“Camu camu camu is a great source of vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system, while aguaje contains high concentrations of phytoestrogens, which help reduce the effects of menopause. In general, all lore used in making these products Tano ingredients are 100% natural, of the highest quality and most importantly, good for your health.” he added.

The regional delegation, consisting of 5 companies, presented their best export products to 1,200 international visitors from five continents who visited the headquarters of Expoalimentaria, which took place yesterday (Friday, September 29) at the Horse Racing Exhibition Center ( Lima) reached its climax.