Zinc Carnosine is a chelate of zinc and L-carnosine, commonly known as: β-Beta alanyl-L histidinato Zinc. It contains 23% zinc and 77% L-carnosine, acting as a gastric mucosal protector used clinically for the treatment of gastric ulcers.
| Item of Analysis | Specification | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Identification | Consistent with the reference substance main peak retention time | Conforms |
| Color | White to Off-white | Conforms |
| Specific rotation [α]D20 | +20.0° to +22.0° | +21.1° |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 10ppm | Conforms |
| pH | 7.5 to 8.5 | 8.1 |
| Loss on drying | ≤ 1.0% | 0.04% |
| Residue on ignition | ≤ 0.10% | 0.03% |
| Lead | ≤ 3ppm | Conforms |
| Arsenic | ≤ 1ppm | Conforms |
| Mercury | ≤ 0.1ppm | Conforms |
| Cadmium | ≤ 1ppm | Conforms |
| Melting point | >300°C | Conforms |
| solubility | Acid aqueous solution | slightly soluble |
| Hydrazine | ≤ 2ppm | Conforms |
| L-Histidine | ≤ 0.3% | 0.08% |
| Assay | 99.0% to 101.0% | 99.6% |
| Total aerobes counts | ≤ 1000cfu/g | 30 cfu/g |
| Yeast and Mould | ≤ 100cfu/g | 40cfu/g |
| E.Coli | Negative | Negative Detectable |
| Salmonella | Negative | Negative Detectable |
It gently supplies zinc while providing L-carnosine, which exhibits potential effects including antioxidant activity, anti-glycation properties, and cell protection.
It scavenges free radicals, reduces oxidative stress, regulates inflammatory factors, and exerts protective effects on the digestive tract and body cells.
Zinc Carnosine is formulated for gastrointestinal care, gastric mucosal soothing, and zinc supplementing applications.
| Weight | Packing method |
|---|---|
| 1kg | bag/kg, box outside (double plastic bag + Aluminum foil bag inside) |
| 10kgs, 25kg or more | by Drums or carton (2 layers plastic bag inside) |
| Weight | Delivery method | Delivery time | Destination |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1kg - 25kgs | EMS, DHL, UPS, Fedex | 3 - 7 days | Door to door |
| 25kgs - 100kgs | DHL, FedEx, by Air | 3 - 7 days | Door to door (to Airport by Air) |
| more than 100kgs | by Air | 3 - 7 days | Door to Airport |
| by Sea | 10 - 35 days | Door to port |
Q1: What is Zinc Carnosine?
A: Zinc Carnosine is a chelated compound consisting of zinc and L-carnosine (specifically β-Beta alanyl-L histidinato Zinc). It contains approximately 23% zinc and 77% L-carnosine and functions effectively as a gastric mucosal protector.
Q2: How does Zinc Carnosine benefit gastrointestinal health?
A: It exhibits multiple beneficial properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-glycation capabilities. It scavenges free radicals, reduces oxidative stress, and helps soothe and protect the gastric mucosa.
Q3: What are the main applications of this product?
A: It is widely utilized in dietary supplements, functional foods, and specialised gastrointestinal care products to promote stomach comfort and deliver bioavailable zinc.
Q4: What is the purity/assay of your Zinc Carnosine?
A: Based on standard analytical specifications, the assay of our Zinc Carnosine ranges between 99.0% and 101.0%, with standard production results conforming at around 99.6% purity.
Q5: What options are available for packing and wholesale shipping?
A: For small sample sizes (1kg), we provide double plastic bags packed inside an aluminum foil bag and box. For bulk quantities (10kg, 25kg or more), we package utilizing durable drums or cartons with interior double-layer protection. Shipping is available via Express courier, Air freight, or Sea cargo.