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MicroActive® L-Citrulline

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MicroActive® L-Citrulline is a free flowing powder comprised of 60% active ingredient. L-citrulline is an amino acid that is converted by the body to arginine. As it is better absorbed than arginine it is a more bioavailable source. L-arginine boosts nitric oxide production in the body that in turn improves blood flow as a vasodilator and induces greater flexibility in the walls of blood cells. These functions support improved physical endurance, lower blood pressure and reduced erectile dysfunction when it occurs.

Ingredient Name: L-citrulline

CAS Number: 372-75-8

Synonyms: (S)-2-Amino-5-Ureidopentanoic Acid, 2-Amino-5-Ureidovaleric Acid, Cit, Delta-Ureidonorvaline, N(Delta)-Carbamylornithine, N5-(Aminocarbonyl)Ornithine, N5-Carbamoylornithine, δ-Ureidonorvalin

    Knowde Enhanced TDS

    Identification & Functionality

    Ingredient Name

    L-citrulline

    Protein Type

    Amino Acids

    Food Ingredients Functions

    Amino Acid

    Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions

    Amino Acid,

    Vasodilator

    CAS No.
    372-75-8
    EC No.
    206-759-6
    Ingredients
    L-citrulline
    Technologies

    Food Ingredients,

    Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

    Product Families

    Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Nutraceuticals & Supplements

    Proteins & Amino Acids

    Food Ingredients — Nutrition & Fortification

    Proteins & Amino Acids

    Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Pharmaceutical Actives & Precursors

    Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)

    Features & Benefits

    Food Ingredients Features

    Improved Blood Circulation

    Features
    • 10 hour sustained release
    • A 60% encapsulated L-citrulline in a free flowing powder

    Applications & Uses

    Markets

    Food & Nutrition

    Applications

    Food & Nutrition — Food

    Other Food Applications

    Properties

    Physical Form

    Powder,

    Solid

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Certifications & Compliance

    Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS)

    Technical Details & Test Data

    Mechanism of Action MicroActive® Technology

    MicroActive® L-Citrulline  increases absorption by reducing particle size less than 10 microns thereby promoting more efficient transport through the digestive track and cell walls. In addition, the proprietary mix of polymers in MA L-Citrulline slows the release rate allowing for absorption over a longer time period. Evidence supports the claim that this combination of greater absorption and sustained release creates a more uniform absorption from subject-to-subject, improving the probability that all consumers will benefit from the active.

    Comparison of Dissolution Profile of L-Citrulline

    Water-soluble L-Citrulline passes through the digestive system quickly, with some portion absorbed and the remainder evacuated. Prior research studies on other water-soluble active ingredients indicate that a sustained release form is more bioavailable. This would enhance the naturally occurring improved bioavailability in the conversion to arginine. Additionally SR forms also provide a consistent dosing a practical solution to conditions such as erectile dysfunction.

    MicroActive® L-Citrulline - Comparison of Dissolution Profile of L-Citrulline

    MicroActive® L-citrulline is a free flowing powder containing 60% of the active. It can be formulated with other ingredients

    Safety & Health

    Safety

    L-Citrulline is a safe, naturally occurring essential nutrient found in a number of protein food sources, including milk, legumes, meats, and fish. MicroActive® Citruline is produced using all GRAS approved ingredients having been subjected to numerous safety studies including acute toxicity in both humans and animals.