RegulyzeShark cartilage
Shark cartilage/squalene · Oil
Shark cartilage (Shark cartilage/squalene) is a nutraceutical permitted for use in nutraceuticals and health supplements under India's FSSAI framework. Regulyze tracks its regulatory status, limits and label requirements across regulatory frameworks.
Regulatory status
| Framework | Status | Limit | Source | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India — FSSAI | Permitted | As specified / GMP | FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 | 2026-06-20 |
Coverage for the USA (FDA), EU (EFSA), UK, GCC and ASEAN is being added — this page updates automatically as frameworks are assessed.
About Shark cartilage
Shark cartilage is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a nutraceutical (Shark cartilage/squalene). The regulatory details on this page are generated from Regulyze's structured regulatory dataset and are reviewed against the cited source.
Frequently asked questions
Is Shark cartilage permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Shark cartilage (Shark cartilage/squalene) (listed in the regulation as “Shark cartilage/squalene oil”) is currently permitted for use in health supplements and nutraceuticals under India's FSSAI framework, per FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022. Always verify against the current official regulation for your product and market.
What is the permitted dosage of Shark cartilage?
No single numeric limit is listed in the source for Shark cartilage; permitted use is at GMP or as specified. Confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Shark cartilage belong to?
Shark cartilage is classified under: Nutraceuticals, Botanicals.
What is the botanical (scientific) name of Shark cartilage?
Shark cartilage corresponds to Shark cartilage/squalene, with the oil used in nutraceutical preparations.
Source: FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 · Last reviewed: 2026-06-20 · Data version: db-2026-06-20. Indicative only — verify against the current official regulation before use.