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Black soldier fly meal (BSF)

Black soldier fly meal (BSF) is used in boilie formulation mainly as a protein source, fat source, mineral source and attraction contributor. Typical dosage is expressed as a percentage of the dry mix.

Also known as: BSF, BSF meal, insect meal, Hermetia illucens

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Recommended inclusion

Minimum: 2.5%
Typical: 7.5%
Maximum: 15%
Absolute maximum: 20%

0% 2.5%–15% ideal 20%+ too dominant too much

Above the recommended maximum the mix becomes harder to balance. Treat the absolute maximum as a hard ceiling.

Nutritional estimates

per 100 g dry · estimated

Protein 45%

Fat 12%

Fibre 9%

Ash 15%

Moisture 7%

Energy 1700 kJ/100g

Functional properties

Binding strength 3/10

Digestibility 7/10

Solubility / leakage 5/10

Natural attraction 7/10

Hardening 3/10

Softening 3/10

Texture opening 6/10

Cold water suitability 6/10

Warm water suitability 8/10

Buoyancy -2/10

Clouding 5/10

Oiliness 6/10

Processing tolerance 8/10

Roles

Protein sourceFat sourceMineral sourceAttraction contributor

Allergens

No declared allergens

Data confidence: Medium

Estimates from ingredient data — practical guidance, not laboratory analysis.

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