The Fatory adds nitrogen filling to curb oxidation in pet oils

The Fatory, a Netherlands-based private-label manufacturer of pet nutrition oils and supplements, has added nitrogen filling capabilities to its bottling operations as part of a broader production upgrade aimed at reducing oxidation in oil-based formulations. The company, which has been part of the Bioriginal Group since 2023, says the system displaces oxygen throughout the filling process, lowering headspace oxygen to help preserve freshness, improve stability, and extend shelf life for products such as omega oils and toppers. Bioriginal previously disclosed that The Fatory’s new liquid bottling line includes nitrogen injection alongside automated filling, capping, labeling, induction sealing, and coding. (bioriginal.nl)

Why it matters: For veterinary professionals and the pet nutrition companies they advise, oxidation control isn't just a packaging issue. Oxidation can affect palatability, aroma, color, and nutritional integrity, and rancid fats may contribute to gastrointestinal upset. Industry experts cited by Pet Food Processing say packaging interventions such as nitrogen flushing and oxygen barriers can help reduce oxygen exposure and support shelf life, but they work best as part of a broader quality system that includes ingredient selection, antioxidants, and storage controls. Research in edible oils also supports the underlying approach: a 2016 study found nitrogen flushing reduced peroxide formation and improved oxidative stability during storage. (petfoodprocessing.net)

What to watch: Watch for whether The Fatory ties the new capability to specific shelf-life claims, customer launches, or expanded private-label oil and topper programs in Europe. (bioriginal.nl)