Boron Boric acid food-grade where permitted Powder – Food / Nutraceutical Grade

Boric acid is a simple inorganic boron source listed for supplements in some jurisdictions. It is highly regulated because of its reproductive toxicity classification in concentrated form, so use is restricted to permitted markets and low doses.

Supplied as a mineral salt / chelate for supplement, premix and fortification use; elemental mineral content is declared on the CoA.

GUTINS Boron Boric acid food-grade where permitted — food / nutraceutical grade is offered for manufacturers, formulators and brands. Specification: food / nutraceutical grade; form / technology: Salt / chelate; diet suitability: Generally vegetarian.

Product Specifications

Key Benefits

• Provides trace boron as a mineral source
• Supports bone mineral metabolism as part of a balanced diet
• Simple, well-characterised composition
• Economical boron source for premixes

Uses & Applications

Typical applications: Mineral supplementation, premix, tablets/capsules.

• Multimineral premixes (where permitted)
• Bone health formulas (where permitted)
• Bone and joint mineral complexes (where permitted)
• Mineral water and electrolyte premixes (where permitted)
• Animal nutrition premixes

How to Use / Dosage

• Typical daily intake: 1–3 mg/day boron (boric acid ~17.5% B)
• Typical use level: Trace: 0.01–0.2% in premixes as a boron source where permitted
• Formulation tip: Calculate dosage on elemental mineral content (see CoA), not on total salt weight.
• Weigh accurately and pre-blend small quantities with a carrier (e.g. maltodextrin, MCC or rice flour) for uniform distribution.
• Final dosage should be based on the lot-specific Certificate of Analysis, the target serving size and the rules of your destination market.

Solubility & Formulation

Soluble in water (≈5% at 20 °C) and ethanol; insoluble in oils

Storage & Handling

Store tightly closed in a dry place with restricted access; label as reproductive toxicant.. Keep container tightly closed; use clean, dry utensils. Shelf life is typically 24 months in unopened original packaging (see CoA).

Regulatory Note

Boric acid is listed as a boron source in EU Directive 2002/46/EC Annex II but is an SVHC under REACH; it is not permitted in US foods. Use only where explicitly permitted and verify destination-market rules.

Diet suitability: Generally vegetarian. This product is supplied as a raw ingredient for further manufacturing and is not a finished consumer product. The buyer is responsible for ensuring the ingredient, its use level and all label claims comply with the regulations of the destination market (e.g. FDA, EFSA, FSSAI, Health Canada, TGA).

Caution & Disclaimer

• US UL 20 mg/day; EFSA UL 10 mg/day boron from all sources
• May influence sex hormone levels – caution in hormone-sensitive conditions
• Not recommended during pregnancy and lactation beyond dietary levels
• Classified as toxic to reproduction (Repr. 1B) under EU CLP – handle with PPE and restrict access
• Not permitted as a food ingredient in the US

For manufacturing, formulation and professional use only. Not for direct consumption in concentrated form. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with eyes; use suitable PPE when handling. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a medical condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Bulk & Wholesale Orders

Need more than 5 Kg, a custom specification, private label support or documentation (CoA, TDS, SDS, allergen and GMO statements)? Contact the GUTINS team for bulk pricing and lead times.