Alpha-Ketoglutarate (AKG) & Derivatives
Alpha-Ketoglutarate (AKG) and its derivatives are specialty raw materials engineered for dietary supplements, sports nutrition, functional foods, and selected animal nutrition applications.
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Product Overview & Applications
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Product |
Abbreviation |
Key Characteristics & Target Applications |
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Alpha-Ketoglutaric Acid |
AKG |
Free acid form; ideal for formulations requiring uncomplexed AKG and specific pH levels. |
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Calcium Alpha-Ketoglutarate |
Ca-AKG |
Bioavailable calcium salt; widely evaluated for healthy aging, longevity, and bone health blends. |
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L-Arginine Alpha-Ketoglutarate |
AAKG |
Combines L-arginine and AKG; popular in pre-workout powders and nitric oxide support formulations. |
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L-Ornithine Alpha-Ketoglutarate |
OAKG |
Synergistic amino acid complex; targeted for recovery, cellular health, and specialized nutrition. |
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L-Glutamine Alpha-Ketoglutarate |
Glutamine AKG |
Stable glutamine compound; suited for gut health, muscle recovery, and post-workout products. |
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Citrulline Alpha-Ketoglutarate |
Citrulline AKG |
High-performance combination; designed for enhanced pump, endurance, and advanced pre-workouts. |
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Creatine Alpha-Ketoglutarate |
Creatine AKG |
Highly soluble creatine complex; optimized for athletic performance and strength formulations. |
Formulating with AKG: Key Considerations
Dietary Supplements & Longevity:
Ca-AKG and free AKG are preferred for capsules, tablets, and longevity complexes due to stable mineral profiles and dose control.
Sports & Performance Nutrition:
AAKG, Citrulline AKG, Glutamine AKG, and Creatine AKG simplify manufacturing by supplying dual active nutrients in a single ingredient.
Functional Foods & Beverages:
Formulators must evaluate solubility speed, thermal processing tolerance, and taste-masking requirements. Micronized powder options are recommended for instantized drink blends.
Animal Nutrition:
Specific feed-grade specifications are available depending on target species, dosage format, and local regulatory allowances.
Essential Specifications Validated
Chemical Identifiers: CAS Number, Molecular Formula, Molecular Weight
Physical Properties: Appearance, Particle Size (e.g., 80 Mesh, Micronized), Bulk Density, Tap Density
Chemical Integrity: Assay/Purity (via HPLC/Titration), Loss on Drying, Heavy Metals, Microbilogical Profile
Quality & Compliance Documentation Available
Batch-Specific Certificate of Analysis (COA)
Safety Data Sheet (SDS / MSDS) & TDS
Certifications: ISO9001, cGMP, HACCP, Kosher, Halal, Non-GMO, Allergen-Free Statement
Selection Guide for Procurement Teams
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Target Requirement |
Recommended AKG Form |
Primary Evaluation Criteria |
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Pure, unbound AKG |
Alpha-Ketoglutaric Acid |
Acidity (pH), free acid assay, pure solubility |
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Combined with Calcium |
Calcium Alpha-Ketoglutarate |
Calcium content %, AKG assay %, heavy metals |
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Nitric Oxide / Pre-workout |
L-Arginine Alpha-Ketoglutarate |
Molar ratio, powder flowability, dissolution rate |
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Specialized Amino Synergy |
L-Ornithine Alpha-Ketoglutarate |
Active ratio balance, purity, stability |
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Recovery & Gut Health |
L-Glutamine Alpha-Ketoglutarate |
Glutamine content, shelf-life stability |
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Endurance & Hydration |
Citrulline Alpha-Ketoglutarate |
Citrulline-to-AKG balance, taste, moisture control |
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Strength & Bioavailability |
Creatine Alpha-Ketoglutarate |
Creatine equivalence, water solubility |
Packaging, Minimum Orders (MOQ) & Sampling
Standard Packaging:
25 kg/fiber drum with dual PE inner bags. Customized packaging options are available upon request.
Shelf Life & Storage:
24-month shelf life when stored sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct light and excessive humidity.
Sample Policy:
Verified laboratory samples with lot-matching COAs are available for evaluation prior to bulk production orders.
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