L-Alanine Powder – 99%

L-Alanine is a non-essential amino acid central to the glucose-alanine cycle between muscle and liver. It is used in sports and clinical amino acid blends and as a mild sweet taste modifier. Fermentation-derived grades are suitable for vegan positioning.

GUTINS L-Alanine — 99% is offered for manufacturers, formulators and brands. Specification: 99%; form / technology: Powder; diet suitability: Vegetarian where process permits.

Product Specifications

Key Benefits

• Supports energy via the glucose-alanine cycle
• Supports blood glucose maintenance during exercise
• Supports complete amino acid profiles
• Mild sweet taste for flavour systems
• Supports skin moisture (NMF component)

Uses & Applications

Typical applications: Sports nutrition, cognition, recovery.

• Amino acid blends
• Sports and endurance drinks
• Clinical nutrition
• Flavour and taste modulation
• Skincare moisturizers

How to Use / Dosage

• Typical daily intake: 1-5 g/day
• Typical use level: 2-20% in amino acid blends; 0.1-1% in foods and beverages (sweetness/taste modifier)
• 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 (about 165 g/L at 25 °C); insoluble in oils

Storage & Handling

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place below 25 °C, protected from moisture and light.. Keep container tightly closed; use clean, dry utensils. Shelf life is typically 24 months in unopened original packaging (see CoA).

Regulatory Note

Listed as a nutrient/food ingredient (US 21 CFR 172.320 permits amino acids as food additives with limits); widely used in EU food supplements and sports foods. Verify source (fermentation vs. animal-derived) declarations and limits in the destination market.

Diet suitability: Vegetarian where process permits. 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

• Generally well tolerated
• Caution with diabetes medication (may influence glucose)
• Not recommended in pregnancy and lactation at supplemental doses
• Not the same as beta-alanine (no paraesthesia)

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.