High Purity Creatine Monohydrate Powder

High Purity Creatine Monohydrate Powder
Product Introduction:

CAS No.: 6020-87-7

Assay: ≥99.5%

Appearance: White crystalline powder

Molecular Formula: C₄H₉N₃O₂·H₂O

Molecular Weight: 149.15

Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place, keep sealed

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Technical Parameters

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Product Introduction

 

High Purity Creatine Monohydrate Powder is the most extensively researched and widely used form of creatine. As a classic dietary supplement ingredient, it supports muscle strength, explosive power, and post-workout recovery, and is widely utilized in sports nutrition powders, capsules, and energy bars. Its core value lies in its exceptional purity (≥99.5%) and rigorous impurity control, which effectively minimize the risk of gastrointestinal discomfort for consumers, making it the premier base ingredient for brands developing high-performance, safe sports nutrition products.

 

Technical Specifications

 

Property

Specification

Appearance

White crystalline powder

Assay (Titration)

99.5% min

Creatinine

100 PPM max

Dicyandiamide

0.05% max

Loss on Drying

12.0% max

Residue on Ignition

0.1% max

Heavy Metals (as Pb)

5 PPM max

Arsenic (As)

1 PPM max

Lead (Pb)

1 PPM max

Mercury (Hg)

1 PPM max

Cadmium (Cd)

1 PPM max

Bulk Density

≥430 g/L

Tapped Density

≥550 g/L

Total Plate Count

1000 CFU/g max

Mold & Yeast

100 CFU/g max

E. coli

Negative

Salmonella

Negative

 

Health Benefits & Values   

01/

Enhances Muscle Strength and Power

Converts intracellularly to phosphocreatine, accelerating ATP regeneration to sustain physical output during high-intensity explosive exercise.

02/

Supports Muscle Growth and Recovery

High Purity Creatine Monohydrate Powder promotes protein synthesis, mitigates muscle breakdown, and relieves lactic acid accumulation and post-workout fatigue.

03/

Brain Energy Support

Delivers energy substrate for brain metabolism, helping sustain focus, ease mental fatigue, and maintain cognitive clarity.

04/

Aids in Hydration and Cellular Volumization

Modulates intracellular muscle water retention to reduce catabolic processes, supporting anti-fatigue and body-shaping-related product claims.

05/

Clinical Nutrition (Sarcopenia)

Helps address age-related muscle loss associated with sarcopenia.

06/

Safe and Well-Researched

Backed by decades of public research evidence. Delivers solid safety credentials and satisfies compliance requirements aligned with FDA/EFSA regulatory frameworks.

Core Value in Formulation Development

Two-Option Particle-Grade Portfolio

 

80-mesh standard grade delivers excellent flow properties suited for capsule filling and premix compounding. The finer 200-mesh micronized grade optimizes dispersion in powder-drink matrices and improves end-user mouthfeel. Both grades share identical chemical composition and differ only in physical particle dimension.

Reliable Solid-State Shelf Stability

 

Its crystalline solid form maintains stable chemical properties across long-term ambient-temperature storage. It performs well for trans-ocean shipment and cyclical bulk-inventory turnover for sports-nutrition manufacturers.

Key Liquid-System Processing Constraints

 

Cold-water solubility imposes technical limits for ready-to-drink beverage manufacturing. Heating or adoption of micronized grade is recommended when liquid formats are required. Note that low pH combined with elevated temperature will accelerate non-enzymatic cyclisation into creatinine. Optimal liquid-phase stability occurs at pH 7.0-7.5.

Broad Compatibility With Common Excipients

 

Physically compatible with whey isolate, maltodextrin, electrolyte salts, and vitamin premixes. Lab-scale compatibility evaluation is recommended to confirm optimal feeding sequences for custom formula workflows.

Versatile Manufacturing Compatibility

 

Adaptable to dry-blend powder processing, capsule encapsulation, tableting, and bar-form solid food workflows. Straightforward processing conditions reduce production barriers for CMO partners.

 

End-Application Scenarios

Sports Nutrition Powders

Deployed in pre-workout and post-workout dry powder blends serving as phosphocreatine precursor material.

Capsules and Tablets

Select 80-mesh material for high-speed encapsulation and rotary tableting operations. Add microcrystalline cellulose or magnesium stearate as glidant to mitigate die friction.

Energy Bars and Protein Bars

Introduce in later mixing stages alongside syrup or glycerol-based binders; minimise extended thermal exposure.

Dietary Supplement Blends

May be compounded with beta-alanine, HMB, electrolytes, and B-complex vitamins for multi-ingredient supplement portfolios.

Medical Foods

Can be incorporated into sarcopenia-targeted nutritional support formulas for clinical-nutrition compliant product development.

Pet Nutrition Supplements

High Purity Creatine Monohydrate Powder suitable for canine and feline exercise-recovery supplementary feed formulations to tap growth potential in companion-animal nutrition markets.

Application Advantages and Market Positioning

Cost-Performance Benchmark Within Creatine Series

Thanks to mature large-scale synthetic manufacturing, creatine monohydrate holds the mainstream cost-effective position among all creatine-family raw materials.

Streamlined Global Market-Entry Enablement

Well-recognised raw-material status across major global jurisdictions. Available supporting documentation simplifies registration workflows for brands launching sports-nutrition product lines internationally.

Stable Supply-Chain Assurance

Large-volume production capacity guarantees reliable bulk delivery and dependable long-term supply for international brand buyers.

Dominant Mainstream-Market Reference Position

Captures major market share in general sports-nutrition segments and serves as performance benchmark for alternative synthetic creatine derivatives.

 

Quality Control & Compliance Documentation

 

QC Workflow:
Incoming raw material identity and physicochemical testing → Full process monitoring of temperature, pressure, and pH → Finished product testing for assay, testing heavy metals and microbiology → Batch retention and traceability records.

 

Available Documents:

•COA: Provided with every batch, supporting customs clearance and regulatory registration

•MSDS: Supporting customs clearance and regulatory registration

•Non-GMO Statement: Meeting compliance review

•Allergen Statement

•Certificate of Origin: Meeting audit and compliance review

 

Certifications:

 ISO 9001 Quality Management System, providing global market access assurance.

 

Commercial Support & Customization

 

Item

Details

MOQ

25kg (1 carton)

Free Samples

100g-500g available, client bears shipping

Custom Mesh

80 mesh, 200 mesh, 1000+ mesh customizable

Custom Packaging

25kg carton with food-grade PE liner; 1kg, 5kg small packs and custom labels

available, meeting diverse market needs

OEM/ODM

Premix blends and formulation development supported; small batch trials

and compatibility testing

Regulatory Support

Target market regulatory pathway guidance and customs clearance document

package

Bulk Process Support

Mass production process optimization guidance

Lead Time

Safety stock for standard specs; 3-7 days for bulk orders

Technical Support

R&D team provides formulation advice, solubility optimization, compatibility

testing

 

FAQ (Technical Q&A)

 

Q1: How does creatine monohydrate behave in effervescent tablet formulations?

A: It can be used, but contact with moisture may cause caking. Use micronized grade and maintain low humidity during production.

Q2: Is High Purity Creatine Monohydrate Powder stable during baking or high-temperature processing?

A: It degrades at high temperatures and in aqueous environments. Not recommended for baked goods. Use in dry blends or bars with minimal heat exposure.

Q3: Can creatine monohydrate be used in soft candies or gummies?

A: Possible but challenging due to low solubility and potential crystallization. Micronized grade and careful formulation are required.

Q4: How does creatine monohydrate interact with caffeine in pre-workout blends?

A: No adverse chemical interaction; both can be combined. Caffeine may mask the ergogenic effect in some users.

Q5: What is the effect of particle size on mixing and flow?

A: 200-mesh micronized grade improves dispersion and mouthfeel; 80-mesh offers better flow for capsules. Selection depends on dosage form.

Q6: Does creatine monohydrate affect blood glucose or insulin?

A: It may improve glucose uptake in muscle but is not a hypoglycemic agent. Diabetic consumers should consult a physician.

Q7: Can creatine monohydrate be used in vegan or vegetarian products?

A: Yes. Our creatine is chemically synthesized and contains no animal-derived ingredients.

Q8: How does creatine monohydrate perform in liquid concentrates or syrups?

A: Limited solubility and degradation to creatinine in aqueous solutions. Not ideal for liquid concentrates; use for fresh beverages only.

Q9: Is creatine monohydrate compatible with HMB and beta-alanine?

A: Yes, they are commonly combined. No adverse interactions. Ensure homogeneous dry blending.

Q10: What are the key differences between High Purity Creatine Monohydrate Powder and creatine HCl for formulators?

A: Monohydrate has lower solubility but is cost-effective and well-researched. HCl offers higher solubility and gentler stomach, suited for RTD. Choice depends on dosage form and target consumer.

Q11: What is the typical shelf life of creatine monohydrate?

A: Approximately 2 years when stored sealed in a cool, dry, dark place. The crystalline solid form remains stable under normal ambient conditions.

Q12: Can you provide third-party testing reports?

A: Yes. Third-party testing (e.g., SGS, Intertek) can be arranged upon request. Batch-specific COA is provided as standard.

Q13: What is the typical lead time for bulk orders?

A: Standard specifications ship within 3-7 days from stock. Custom orders may require 10-15 days depending on quantity and requirements.

 

 

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