Nutritional & Functional Ingredients
Chromium Picolinate
Chromium Picolinate is a trace mineral ingredient used as a source of chromium in dietary supplements and nutritional formulations. ANADYO supports international B2B buyers sourcing Chromium Picolinate from China, with sample orders, bulk supply options, and quality documentation for ingredient evaluation and purchasing.
Specifications
- Product Form
- Powder
- Key Specification
- ≥98% Assay
- Typical Applications
- Multivitamin & Mineral Capsules, Dietary Supplement Tablets, Nutritional Premixes
Product Overview
Chromium Picolinate (CAS 14639-25-9), also known as Chromium(III) Picolinate, is a trace mineral compound used to provide chromium in dietary supplement formulations.
Commercial Chromium Picolinate is typically supplied as a reddish to purple powder. For supplement manufacturers and ingredient distributors, the primary selection considerations include product assay, elemental chromium content, formulation suitability, and quality documentation.
Commercial Specifications & Supply
A purity of ≥98% is a common commercial specification for Chromium Picolinate. The actual assay and elemental chromium content of the offered material should be verified against the corresponding COA with Specifications.
Item | Details |
|---|---|
Common Commercial Assay | ≥98% |
Standard MOQ | 25 kg |
Sample Orders | From 1 kg |
Standard Packaging | 25 kg/drum |
Documentation | COA with Specifications, SDS/MSDS, Halal Certificate (available upon request) |
ANADYO supports small trial orders and regular bulk purchasing for qualified B2B ingredient buyers.
Applications & Formulation Considerations
Dietary Supplement Capsules & Tablets
Chromium Picolinate is commonly used in single-mineral and combination dietary supplements, including capsules and tablets.
Because chromium is typically included at relatively low levels, manufacturers should pay particular attention to accurate weighing, ingredient distribution, and content uniformity during production.
Multivitamin & Mineral Premixes
Chromium Picolinate can be incorporated into nutritional premixes containing other vitamins, minerals, or functional ingredients.
For low-inclusion formulations, appropriate premixing and blending procedures are important to achieve consistent distribution throughout the finished product.
Solubility & Product Formulation
Chromium Picolinate has limited water solubility, which should be considered when developing liquid supplements, powdered drink mixes, or other applications requiring dissolution.
Formulators should evaluate dispersibility, sedimentation, and finished-product stability according to the intended application.
Elemental Chromium Content & Ingredient Selection
Chromium Picolinate Assay vs. Elemental Chromium
One important distinction in Chromium Picolinate procurement is the difference between compound purity and elemental chromium content.
In pure Chromium Picolinate, elemental chromium represents approximately 12.4% by weight.
A Chromium Picolinate assay of 98% therefore does not mean that the ingredient contains 98% elemental chromium.
Supplement manufacturers should use the verified elemental chromium content of the selected material when calculating ingredient inclusion levels and finished-product declarations.
Chromium Picolinate vs. Other Chromium Sources
Chromium Picolinate, Chromium Chloride, and other chromium compounds differ in chemical form, elemental chromium concentration, and formulation characteristics.
They should not be substituted on an equal-weight basis without reviewing the formulation requirements, relevant specifications, and applicable regulations.
Quality & Regulatory Considerations
For bulk Chromium Picolinate procurement, important quality evaluation points include:
- Identity & Assay: Verification of Chromium Picolinate identity, purity, and applicable analytical methods.
- Elemental Chromium: Confirmation of chromium content for formulation and labeling calculations.
- Impurity Limits: Review of relevant heavy metals and other applicable impurities.
- Physical Properties: Appearance and particle characteristics where relevant to manufacturing.
- Regulatory Requirements: Verification that the selected chromium source and intended use are permitted in the destination market.
A Halal certificate is available upon request for the offered product. Buyers with specific certification requirements should verify the issuing body, certificate validity, product coverage, and acceptance in their destination market.
FAQ
Is Chromium Picolinate suitable for low-dose mineral formulations?
Yes. Chromium Picolinate is commonly used in formulations requiring relatively small amounts of elemental chromium. Manufacturers should establish appropriate weighing and blending procedures to ensure accurate dosing and uniformity.
Is USP-grade Chromium Picolinate available?
Buyers requiring compliance with a specific USP standard can include this requirement in their inquiry. The applicable grade and supporting quality documentation should be confirmed against the offered material.
What information is needed for a quotation?
Please provide your estimated order quantity, destination country, and any specific assay, elemental chromium, or certification requirements.
Request a Quote
Contact sales@anadyobio.com to request a COA with Specifications and a quotation for Chromium Picolinate.