Chromium Chloride Powder – Food / Nutraceutical Grade
Chromium(III) chloride is a simple inorganic trivalent chromium salt used in mineral premixes, infant and clinical nutrition. It is economical but less absorbed than organic chromium complexes.
Supplied as a mineral salt / chelate for supplement, premix and fortification use; elemental mineral content is declared on the CoA.
GUTINS Chromium Chloride — food / nutraceutical grade is offered for manufacturers, formulators and brands. Specification: food / nutraceutical grade; form / technology: Salt / chelate; diet suitability: Generally vegetarian.
Product Specifications
| Product | Chromium Chloride — food / nutraceutical grade |
|---|---|
| Category | Minerals & Chelates |
| Subcategory | Chromium |
| Base Ingredient / Source | Chromium Chloride |
| Scientific Name | Chromium(III) chloride hexahydrate |
| Specification / Assay | food / nutraceutical grade |
| Form / Technology | Salt / chelate |
| Source Type | Mineral / chelated |
| Diet Suitability | Generally vegetarian |
| CAS Number | 10060-12-5 |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water; soluble in ethanol; insoluble in oils |
| Trend / Positioning | Chelated minerals |
| Available Pack Sizes | 50 g, 225 g, 1 Kg, 5 Kg (larger volumes on request) |
| Documentation | CoA, TDS and SDS available on request |
Key Benefits
- Contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism
- Contributes to maintenance of normal blood glucose levels
- Economical chromium source for premixes
- Water-soluble for liquid nutrition
Uses & Applications
Typical applications: Mineral supplementation, premix, tablets/capsules.
- Multimineral premixes
- Clinical and enteral nutrition
- Infant formula premixes
- Blood sugar support blends
- Mineral drops
How to Use / Dosage
- Typical daily intake: 50–200 µg/day chromium (hexahydrate ~19.5% Cr)
- Typical use level: Microgram-level: used as diluted triturations in premixes (<0.05% of finished product)
- 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
Freely soluble in water; soluble in ethanol; insoluble in oils
Storage & Handling
Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place below 25 °C; hygroscopic – reseal promptly and protect from humidity.. Keep container tightly closed; use clean, dry utensils. Shelf life is typically 24 months in unopened original packaging (see CoA).
Regulatory Note
Chromium(III) chloride is permitted in EU supplements and foods (Directive 2002/46/EC, Reg. 1925/2006) and used in US nutrition products. Verify limits in destination market.
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
- May enhance effects of glucose-lowering medication – advise monitoring in diabetics
- Consult a healthcare professional during pregnancy, lactation or with kidney/liver disease
- Avoid combining multiple chromium sources; keep total intake moderate (EFSA considers up to 250 µg/day of Cr(III) supplements unproblematic)
- Hygroscopic and irritant in concentrated form – handle with PPE
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.
Specification
| SKU | GUT-MIN-0576-50G |
|---|---|
| Type | Minerals & Chelates |
| benefit | Blood Sugar & Metabolism |
| collection | Minerals & Chelates |
| diet | Vegetarian |
| form | Powder |
| format | Functional Foods |
| format | Powders & Sachets |
| ingredient | Chromium Chloride |
| menu | Vitamins & Minerals |
| source | Mineral |
| tech | Chelated |
Usage
Typical dosage 0.1–0.5%. Adjust to application and heat process.