Creatine monohydrate is the most widely utilized form of creatine in the sports nutrition sector, with an extensive body of scientific research supporting its application. It is a naturally occurring compound that supports the regeneration of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the primary energy source for skeletal muscle contraction during short-duration, high-intensity exercise. Due to its high chemical stability, favorable cost structure and documented efficacy in peer-reviewed research, creatine monohydrate is incorporated extensively into dietary supplements, functional foods and performance nutrition products for consumer markets. The USP-compliant creatine monohydrate powder outlined on this page is manufactured by SHOUCHENGBIO, with an assay range of 98.0%–102.0% on a dried basis. It is developed for sports nutrition brands and performance supplement manufacturers, to serve as a raw material for commercial scale production.
Item | Specification |
|---|---|
Assay (on dried basis) | 98.0% – 102.0% |
Appearance | White crystalline powder |
Loss on Drying | 10.5% – 12.5% |
Identification (HPLC) | The retention time of the major peak of the sample solution corresponds to that of the USP reference standard, as obtained in the assay. |
Identification (IR) | The infrared absorption spectrum of the sample is consistent with that of the USP reference standard. |
Loss on drying | 10.5% – 12.5% |
Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
Sulfate | ≤ 0.1% |
Item | Specification |
|---|---|
Particle Size | 200 mesh (customizable) |
Bulk Density | 0.45 – 0.60 g/mL (can be adjusted according to customer requirements) |
Item | Procedure 1 | Procedure 2 |
|---|---|---|
Creatinine | ≤ 0.1% | ≤ 0.1% |
Dicyandiamide | ≤ 0.1% | ≤ 0.1% |
Dihydrotriazine | ≤ 0.0005% | — |
Urea | — | ≤ 0.1% |
Sarcosine | — | ≤ 0.1% |
Any Single Impurity | ≤ 0.1% | ≤ 0.1% |
Total Impurities | ≤ 2.0% | ≤ 2.0% |
Item | Specification |
|---|---|
Lead (Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
Arsenic (As) | ≤ 1 ppm |
Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 1 ppm |
Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.1 ppm |
Item | Specification |
|---|---|
Total Plate Count | ≤ 1,000 CFU/g |
Yeast & Mold | ≤ 1,00 CFU/g |
Salmonella | Negative |
E. coli | Negative |
Staphylococcus aureus | Negative |
The full production workflow applies strict, standardized controls over process-related impurities, aligned with USP monograph requirements. Creatinine is maintained at ≤ 0.1% and dicyandiamide at ≤ 0.1%, matching the limits defined in USP standards. Either Procedure 1 or Procedure 2 is implemented based on the specific manufacturing route, with corresponding thresholds for additional process impurities including dihydrotriazine, urea and sarcosine. High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) is used for batch-to-batch quality verification, to ensure consistent impurity profiles across all production runs. Elemental impurities and microbiological limits are also controlled to predefined, documented thresholds, to support compliance with dietary supplement raw material regulations for commercial distribution.
The standard particle size for this product is 200 mesh, with customizable options available based on customer requirements. Bulk density ranges from 0.45 g/mL to 0.60 g/mL, and can be adjusted to match specific production needs. These adjustable physical properties allow the material to be integrated into various production workflows, including pre-workout formula blending, protein powder compounding and muscle building product manufacturing, supporting efficient batch processing for commercial operations.
This creatine monohydrate powder is compatible with a wide range of product formats and production workflows, making it suitable for multiple categories of industrial clients:
Sports Nutrition Supplements It serves as a core functional ingredient for pre-workout and post-workout formulas, standalone muscle building powders and comprehensive performance enhancement products, to support strength and power output for end users.
Functional Food & Beverages It can be blended into protein powders, ready-to-mix functional drinks and multi-nutrient nutritional blends, to add exercise performance support properties to everyday food and beverage products.
Health & Fitness Products It is suitable for inclusion in energy metabolism supplements and endurance support formulations, for product lines targeted at fitness enthusiasts and health-focused consumer groups. The product is available for both wholesale and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) orders, to accommodate different order volumes and business operation models.
Creatine monohydrate is the most extensively studied and widely accepted form of creatine. It offers a balanced profile of efficacy and cost for formulation and production use.
The standard minimum order quantity is 25 kg. Smaller quantities are available for sampling and trial production purposes.
Yes, creatine monohydrate with an assay of ≥ 99.5% can be supplied based on specific customer requirements.
Yes, this product meets USP standards and is widely used in sports nutrition formulations for commercial manufacturing.
Yes, full OEM services are available, including customized packaging and formulation support for business buyers.
