As a premier sports nutrition raw material manufacturer, we supply global fitness brands, contract manufacturers (CMOs), and pharmaceutical procurement teams with high-purity, ultra-micronized Creatine Monohydrate (200 Mesh / 80 Mesh, Assay ≥ 99.5%), directly eliminating solubility issues, DCD/DHT impurity risks, and high-speed encapsulation downtime.

Factory Grade Code	Active Specification (HPLC Assayed)	Physical & Processing Characteristics	Optimal Formulating Suitability
CRM-MIC-200	Creatine Monohydrate Micronized (200 Mesh) ≥ 99.5%	Ultra-fine white powder, d50 < 75μm, rapid dispersion	Standalone unflavored workout tubs, flavored BCAAs/EAAs pre-workout dry mixes, and instant drink sachets.
CRM-STD-80	Creatine Monohydrate Standard Granular (80 Mesh) ≥ 99.5%	Free-flowing crystalline powder, high bulk density (~0.70g/ml)	Direct encapsulation in hard gel capsules, mass gainer dry blending, and high-speed tableting operations.
CRM-DC-TAB	Creatine Direct Compression (DC Grade / Granulated)	DC-granulated with binder, excellent compressibility	Chewable performance tablets, effervescent creatine tablets, and sports nutrition candy gummies.

Quality Parameter	Factory Specification Limits	Analytical Method & Compliance
ACTIVE PURITY & CHEMICAL SAFETY
Creatine Monohydrate Assay	≥ 99.5% (On Dried Basis)	HPLC Method. Matches USP / EP monograph requirements with zero adulterants.
Dicyandiamide (DCD) Impurity	≤ 20.0 ppm (Typical < 5.0 ppm)	HPLC-UV Assay. Rigorously controlled synthesis prevents toxic cyanogen derivative buildup.
Dihydrotriazine (DHT) Impurity	Not Detected (< 0.2 ppm)	LC-MS/MS. Guarantees elimination of hazardous triazine side-products.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES & HEAVY METALS
Particle Sieve Size Pass Rate	200 Mesh (≥ 98.0% passing 75μm sieve)	Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analyzer (Malvern). Guarantees reproducible dissolution.
Heavy Metals & Arsenic Controls	Pb ≤ 0.5 ppm | As ≤ 0.5 ppm | Cd ≤ 0.1 ppm | Hg ≤ 0.1 ppm	ICP-MS Testing. Full compliance with EU Regulation (EC 1881/2006) and US California Prop 65.

OEM Track 1: Unflavored Micronized Creatine Tubs (Bulk Retail Tubs)

Serving the high-volume core sports nutrition market (300g, 500g, 1kg tubs). Particle size uniformity prevents powder compaction and guarantees smooth scoop filling.

Direct Factory Advantage: We supply CRM-MIC-200 in anti-static, moisture-barrier bulk bags to prevent clumping during long-distance oceanic freight.

OEM Track 2: Hard Gelatin & Veggie Capsule Filling

Optimized for high-speed automatic encapsulation plants requiring high bulk density to maximize dosing per capsule volume.

Direct Factory Advantage: CRM-STD-80 granular grade reduces dust generation in packaging plants and enhances hopper flow consistency.

OEM Track 3: Chewable Tablets & Functional Sports Gummies

Providing directly compressible granules for sports chewables or micro-encapsulated creatine for high-pectin gummy boiling lines.

Direct Factory Advantage: Custom moisture control prevents pectin setting failures or tablet capping during high-tonnage compression.

Case Study 1: Solving Customer Complaints on Sedimentation for a European Sports Brand

Client Pain Point: A leading UK sports nutrition brand suffered negative consumer reviews because their unflavored creatine settled rapidly at the bottom of shakers within 30 seconds.

Manufacturer Solution: We switched their supply from standard 80 mesh to our jet-milled CRM-MIC-200 (200 Mesh) powder, increasing suspension half-life by 300%.

✓ Commercial Outcome: Consumer rating rebounded from 3.8 to 4.9 stars, and annual bulk orders expanded to 120 metric tons.

Case Study 2: Passing Anti-Doping Audits for an International Contract Manufacturer

Client Pain Point: An Australian CMO required Creatine Monohydrate raw material guaranteed free from WADA prohibited substances and chemical impurities for elite athletic certification.

Manufacturer Solution: We provided full batch-specific ISO 17025 third-party test reports showing non-detectable DCD/DHT and zero anabolic/stimulant cross-contamination.

✓ Commercial Outcome: The client secured Informed-Choice certification for their product line and established a 3-year raw material contract.

Standard Bulk Export Packaging (25kg Drums & Bags)

Packed in heavy-duty 25kg kraft paper bags or fiber drums with double food-grade PE inner liners. Palletized and heat-shrink wrapped (1,000 kg per pallet, 20 MT per 20' FCL) for container sea freight.

Storage Conditions & Shelf-Life Stability

Store in sealed original packaging in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse (≤ 25°C, relative humidity ≤ 60%). Properly stored powder maintains a guaranteed 36-month shelf life without breakdown into creatinine.

Comprehensive Batch Export Documentation

Every shipment includes batch-matched documentation: Certificate of Analysis (COA), HPLC Assay Chromatogram, Heavy Metal ICP-MS Report, Particle Size Distribution Analysis, MSDS, and Non-GMO/Allergen Statements.

Q1: What is the difference between 200 Mesh Micronized and 80 Mesh Standard Creatine Monohydrate?

The key distinction lies in particle size and physical performance. 200 Mesh powder has a smaller particle size (< 75μm), providing fast dissolution in liquid and smooth mouthfeel-ideal for drink mixes. 80 Mesh has larger granules with higher bulk density (~0.70g/ml) and better flowability, making it optimal for capsule filling, tableting, and reducing airborne dust in manufacturing facilities.

Q2: What are DCD and DHT impurities, and how does your plant control them?

Dicyandiamide (DCD) and Dihydrotriazine (DHT) are toxic reaction byproducts that can form during low-grade chemical synthesis of creatine. Our plant utilizes temperature-controlled automated crystallization and high-purity raw precursors (Sarcosinate and Cyanamide), guaranteeing DCD < 20 ppm and DHT to non-detectable levels in accordance with stringent European regulatory thresholds.

Q3: How do you prevent Creatine Monohydrate powder from caking during oceanic transportation?

Creatine Monohydrate contains 12% bound water of crystallization, making free moisture control crucial. We enforce strict vacuum drying to keep free moisture ≤ 1.0% and pack our product in thick, double-layer PE inner bags inside moisture-barrier 25kg kraft drums. Desiccant packs are added to ocean pallets upon request.

Q4: Is your Creatine Monohydrate guaranteed free from WADA prohibited substances?

Yes. Our factory produces 100% synthetic Creatine Monohydrate on dedicated processing equipment. No pro-hormones, steroids, stimulants, or WADA-banned substances are processed within our facilities. We regularly submit production batches for ISO 17025 anti-doping screening.

Q5: What is your factory's MOQ for bulk raw material orders and custom mesh sizes?

Our standard Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) for standard 200 Mesh or 80 Mesh Creatine Monohydrate is 100 kg (4 drums/bags). For trial evaluations, we offer 1kg–5kg sample kits. Custom particle size milling or direct compression (DC) granulation requires a 1,000 kg MOQ.

Q6: Do you supply other creatine derivatives like Creatine HCL, Buffered Creatine, or Creatine Ethyl Ester?

Yes, as a specialized synthesis chemical manufacturer, we also produce Creatine HCL (Hydrochloride), Tri-Creatine Malate, and Buffered Creatine in commercial scale. Contact our sales engineers to request derivative specifications and comparison charts.