This porcine chondroitin sulfate is produced from selected porcine cartilage, processed under controlled enzymatic conditions. Manufacturing operations follow GMP-aligned workflows, with standardized production parameters to maintain consistent solubility and bioactivity across production runs. The product is designed for nutraceutical and functional food production, with uniform batch characteristics and support for long-term bulk order fulfillment. Full technical documentation is available to assist commercial users in meeting global market regulatory requirements, and flexible customization options accommodate varied production specifications.
This product meets USP standards, with an assay range of 90.0-105.0% on a dry basis when tested via the CPC method. It appears as a white or almost white hygroscopic powder, freely soluble in water and practically insoluble in acetone and 96% ethanol. The sodium identification test returns a positive result, and the infrared absorption spectrum matches the reference standard of USP Chondroitin Sulfate Sodium RS, confirming consistent product identity. The ingredient is widely used in joint health-related product formulations, supporting the maintenance of cartilage structure and joint function in end products.
Test Items | Specifications |
|---|---|
Appearance | White or almost white powder, hygroscopic powder |
Solubility | Freely soluble in water, practically insoluble in acetone and in ethanol 96%. |
Infrared Identification | The infrared absorption spectrum is consistent with that obtained with USP Chondroitin Sulfate Sodium RS |
Sodium Identification | Positive |
Assay by CPC(dry basis) | 90.0-105.0% |
Clarity and Color | <0.35 at 420nm |
Limit of protein | ≤6.0% |
Specific Rotation | -20.0°- -30.0° |
pH | 5.5-7.5 |
Heavy Metals | ≤20ppm |
Residue on Ignition | 20.0-30.0% |
Loss on Drying | <12.0% |
Chlorides | <0.50% |
Sulfate | <0.24% |
Electrophoretic Purity | ≤2% |
Limit of Nonspecific Dissaccharides | ≤10.0% |
Residual Solvents | ≤0.5% |
Bulk Density | ≥0.60g/ml |
Particle Size | 100% thru 80 Mesh or customize |
Total Plate Count | ≤1000 CFU/g |
Yeast and Mold | ≤100 CFU/g |
E. Coli | Negative |
Salmonella | Negative |
S. aureus | Negative |
P. aeruginosa | Negative |
The production system holds ISO certification and follows HACCP-compliant food safety management protocols, with GMP-aligned manufacturing processes. Halal and Kosher certificates are available upon request. The product conforms to USP standards, with full alignment to common global regulatory requirements for nutraceutical and functional food ingredients. For commercial procurement and international trade, we provide a complete set of compliance and technical documents for each batch: batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA), Technical Data Sheet (TDS), and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). These documents support customs clearance procedures and regulatory filing across different regional markets.
All product batches are tested via validated analytical methods including CPC, with full inspection covering purity, impurity limits, microbial indicators and physical parameters. Each batch undergoes full inspection of all items listed in the specification table before release, to ensure alignment with stated parameters. Production workflows follow standardized operating procedures to maintain consistent performance across consecutive batches. Heavy metal content and impurity levels are controlled within the ranges specified above, making the product suitable for dietary supplement and functional food formulations.
This porcine chondroitin sulfate is suitable for a range of industrial applications in the nutraceutical and functional food sectors. Common use cases include nutraceutical formulations targeted at joint and cartilage health support, production of capsules, tablets, powder blends and liquid dosage forms, and compound formulations combined with glucosamine, MSM, collagen and other active ingredients. For enterprises producing over-the-counter joint health products and functional food formulas, this ingredient provides consistent physicochemical properties to support stable formula performance. The product’s solubility and physical properties support integration into multiple production processes, and customizable particle size options fit different formulation and manufacturing requirements for business buyers.
When tested via the CPC method on a dry basis, the chondroitin sulfate assay ranges from 90.0% to 105.0%, consistent with USP grade requirements.
This product is sourced from selected porcine cartilage, processed under controlled enzymatic production conditions.
Each production batch comes with a corresponding Certificate of Analysis (COA). Additional documents including Technical Data Sheet (TDS) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) are available upon request to support regulatory compliance and customs procedures.
The standard particle size is 100% through 80 mesh. Customized particle size specifications can be arranged to match specific production needs.
The manufacturing facility operates with an ISO-certified quality management system and follows HACCP food safety standards, with GMP-aligned production workflows. Halal and Kosher certification options are available for orders that require these credentials.
