| Product Name |
Beta-Alanine powder |
|---|---|
| CAS No. | 107-95-9 |
| MF | C3H7NO2 |
| MW | 89.09 g/mol |
| Specification | ≥99.0% |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Packing | 1kg/aluminum foil bag, 25kg/drum or customized packaging |
| Applications |
Sports nutrition, endurance, bodybuilding supplements |
Beta-Alanine powder is a non-essential amino acid and a popular sports nutrition ingredient. Unlike essential amino acids, it is not used directly for protein synthesis but plays a critical role in the production of carnosine, a dipeptide stored in skeletal muscle.
Carnosine acts as a buffer against lactic acid accumulation, which helps delay muscle fatigue, improve endurance, and support high-intensity performance. This makes Beta-Alanine a key component in pre-workout formulations.
⚡ Increases muscle carnosine levels → delays fatigue
🔋 Boosts performance in high-intensity exercise
💪 Supports endurance and training output
🛡 Reduces lactic acid build-up
✅ Safe and effective, widely used in pre-workouts
High purity (≥99%), free-flowing crystalline powder
Non-GMO, allergen-free, vegan-friendly
Produced under GMP, ISO, HACCP quality standards
Excellent solubility, easy to blend in formulations
Backed by sports nutrition clinical research
| Specification | Qualified Testing Result | Actual Testing Result | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1. Physical & Chemical Analysis | |||
| Appearance | White crystalline powder | Complied | Visual |
| Odor & Taste | Characteristic | Complied | Organoleptic |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥99.0% | 99.3% | HPLC |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% | 0.08% | USP <731> |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% | 0.02% | USP <281> |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water | Complied | USP |
| Part 2. Heavy Metal Analysis & Chemical Control | |||
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm | Complied | AAS |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤3 ppm | <1 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤1 ppm | <0.1 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤1 ppm | <0.05 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤0.1 ppm | <0.01 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Part 3. Microbiological Analysis & Control | |||
| Total Plate Count (cfu/g) | ≤1,000 | <100 | USP <61> |
| Yeast & Mold (cfu/g) | ≤100 | <10 | USP <61> |
| E. coli | Negative | Negative | USP <62> |
| Salmonella (per 25 g) | Negative | Negative | USP <62> |
Pre-workout formulations
Energy & endurance supplements
Recovery blends
Bodybuilding nutrition
Q: How to use beta-alanine powder?
A: Mix a single serving (typically 2-3 grams) with at least 8 oz of water or your pre-workout drink. For best results, take it 30-60 minutes before your workout. To maximize muscle carnosine saturation and performance benefits, it’s most effective to split your total daily dose (e.g., 3-6 grams) into 2-3 smaller servings taken throughout the day.
Q: Is beta-alanine as good as creatine?
A: They are not competitors; they are highly effective teammates that work through different mechanisms:
Creatine boosts strength and power for short, explosive bursts (like heavy lifts).
Beta-Alanine boosts muscular endurance by buffering acid, allowing you to perform more reps or sustain high intensity longer. For the best results, most athletes take both to maximize strength and endurance.
Q: Why do bodybuilders take beta-alanine?
A: Bodybuilders use it for two key reasons:
Increase Training Volume: By reducing muscle burn (fatigue), it allows them to complete more reps and sets, leading to greater muscle stimulation and growth over time.
Improve Pump: The tingling sensation (paresthesia) is often associated with increased blood flow and a better “pump” during workouts.
Q: Which is better, beta-alanine or BCAA?
A: They serve different primary purposes:
Beta-Alanine: Best for improving performance and endurance during your workout.
BCAAs: Best for reducing muscle breakdown and aiding recovery during and after your workout, especially in a fasted state. For a comprehensive approach, they can be stacked together. If your goal is to push harder in the gym, beta-alanine has a more direct and measurable impact on performance.
1kg/aluminium foil bag, with two plastic bags inside.
Gross Weight: 1.5kg Size: 18cmxH27cm
25kg/fiber drum, with two plastic bags inside.
Gross Weight: 28kg Size: 42cmxH52cm Volume: 0.0625mg/Drum.
DHL / FEDEX / EMS / E-PACKET / BY AIR / BY SEA
1. ≤50kg, Express delivery(DHL /FEDEX) recommended, usually called as DDU service;
2. ≤500kg, Air shipping recommended, usually called as CIF service;
3. >500kg, sea shipping recommended, usually called as FOB, CFR, or CIF service;
4. For high value products, please select air shipping and express delivery for safe.
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