Description

Creatine Monohydrate is a high-purity, naturally occurring nitrogenous organic acid essential for cellular energy metabolism. This compound is critical for ensuring consistent product quality and performance in demanding applications, from human nutrition to advanced research. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the dietary supplement, pharmaceutical, and sports nutrition industries seeking a reliable and bioavailable source of creatine.

Application

• Dietary Supplements & Sports Nutrition: The primary application is as a key active ingredient in powders, capsules, tablets, and ready-to-drink formulations aimed at enhancing athletic performance, increasing muscle mass, and supporting post-exercise recovery.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex pharmaceutical compounds and specialized therapeutic formulations.
• Clinical & Medical Nutrition: Used in medical food products and clinical nutrition solutions designed to support patients with muscle-wasting conditions or specific metabolic needs.
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: Incorporated into protein bars, shakes, and other fortified food products to enhance their nutritional profile and functional benefits.
• Veterinary Applications: Employed in high-performance animal feed and veterinary supplements to support the health and performance of livestock and companion animals.
• Biochemical Research & Cell Culture: Used as a standard reagent in life science research, metabolic studies, and cell culture media to investigate energy-dependent cellular processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Creatine Monohydrate
CAS No.	6020-87-7
Molecular Formula	C₄H₉N₃O₂ • H₂O
Molecular Weight	149.15 g/mol (Anhydrous: 131.13 g/mol)
Synonyms	N-(Aminoiminomethyl)-N-methylglycine Monohydrate; (α-Methylguanido)acetic Acid Monohydrate; N-Methyl-N-guanylglycine Monohydrate; Creatine Hydrate; N-Amidinosarcosine Monohydrate; Methylguanidoacetic Acid Monohydrate; CrM
EINECS	227-902-5

Quality Control

Our Creatine Monohydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with major international standards, including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and USP (United States Pharmacopeia), ensuring suitability for food, supplement, and pharmaceutical applications. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, and a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided to guarantee identity, purity, and safety.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); prolonged exposure to high humidity must be avoided to prevent caking and maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (on dried basis)	98.5% - 101.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 12.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Creatinine	≤ 0.2%
Dicyandiamide	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.