Chondroitin Sulfate Powder
What is Chondroitin Sulfate Powder?
Chondroitin sulfate is a macromolecular polysaccharide (glycosaminoglycan, GAG) that
is a key component of the extracellular matrix (ECM) of cartilage.
It is extremely hydrophilic and can absorb many times its own
weight in water, providing lubrication and cushioning for the
cartilage. Together with collagen and other substances, it forms a
network structure that gives cartilage its strength and elasticity,
enabling it to withstand mechanical stress. The human body can
synthesize chondroitin sulfate, but this rate slows with aging.
This, combined with chronic wear and tear on the joints, can lead
to cartilage thinning and degeneration, potentially causing
osteoarthritis.
Key Features
1.Promotes Cartilage Water Retention: Supplemental chondroitin sulfate helps cartilage absorb and retain
more water, keeping it moist and thick, thereby enhancing its
cushioning and shock-absorbing capabilities.
2.Inhibits Destructive Enzymes: During the pathological process of osteoarthritis, the body
produces enzymes (such as matrix metalloproteinases and
polymerases) that break down key components of cartilage.
Chondroitin sulfate can inhibit the activity of these enzymes,
thereby slowing the breakdown and destruction of cartilage.
3.Anti-inflammatory Effects: It has a certain anti-inflammatory effect, helping to reduce
inflammation within the joint, thereby alleviating pain and
swelling.
4.Promotes Cartilage Repair: Some studies suggest that it provides chondrocytes with the "raw
materials" needed to synthesize new cartilage matrix, potentially
aiding in cartilage repair and regeneration.
Product parameters
Item | Specification | Result |
Appearance | White or almost white powder | Pass |
Specific Rotation | -20°~-30° | -28.4° |
Nitrogen content | 2.5%-3.5% | 3.4% |
pH Value | 6.0-7.0 | 6.3 |
Chloride | ≤ 0.5% | Pass |
Sulfate Radical | ≤ 0.24% | Pass |
Loss on Drying | ≤ 10.0% | 9.55% |
Residue on Ignition | 20.0%~30.0% | 25.9% |
Solvent Residue | ≤ 0.5% | 0.19% |
Granularity | 100% over 80 mesh | Pass |
Total Bacterial Count | ≤ 1000 | Pass |
E. coli | Negative | Negative |
Assay | ≥ 95.0% | 96.8% |
Package & Storage
Our packing method is 1KG/Aluminium bags, 25kg/drum
For some products that require special packaging during
transportation, we will carry out more delicate packaging. For
example, retinal needs to be stored at -20 °C, so we choose cold
chain transportation during transportation; deoxyarbutin will
change color during transportation, so we will Vacuum packing of
deoxyarbutin
