AlphaWave® L-Theanine

Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name

L-theanine

Protein Type

Amino Acids

Food Ingredients Functions

Amino Acid

Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions

Amino Acid

Ingredients

L-theanine, Theanine

Technologies

Food Ingredients,

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

Product Families

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Proteins & Amino Acids

Food Ingredients — Nutrition & Fortification

Proteins & Amino Acids

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims (Health)

Enhances Nootropic Effect,

Improves Cognitive Health

Labeling Claims

Ethylene Oxide-free,

Kosher,

No Added Sugar,

Non-GMO

Food Ingredients Features

Enhance Memory And Mental Clarity,

High Purity,

Improved Cognitive Function,

Non-Irradiated,

Relaxing

Applications & Uses

Markets

Food & Nutrition,

Healthcare & Pharma

Applications

Food & Nutrition — Beverage

Energy Drinks

Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions

Oral

Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being

Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Dosage Form

Capsules,

Tablets

Food & Nutrition Applications

Dietary Supplements,

Functional Beverages

Properties

Physical Form

Powder

Appearance

White fine or crystalline powder

Odor

Characteristic

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Total Plate Count	max. 10,000	cfu/g	USP/AOAC
Yeast & Mold	max. 1,000	cfu/g	USP/AOAC
Total Coliforms	Negative	—	USP/AOAC
Escherichia coli	Absent	/10g	USP/AOAC
Salmonella	Absent	/10 g	USP/AOAC

Nutritional Information

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Energy*	0.0	Kcal/100g	AOAC
L-Theanine	min. 98	g/100g	HPLC
Total Fat	max. 0.1	g/100g	Acid Hydrolysis
Total Protein*	0.0	g/100g	AOAC (TKN)
Total Carbohydrates	max. 0.1	g/100g	AOAC
Sodium	max. 0.05	g/100g	ICP
Dry Wt.	min. 98	g/100g	Gravimetric
Total Ash	max. 0.1	g/100g	Gravimetric

Assay

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
L-Theanine	min. 98	%	HPLC

Heavy Metals

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Arsenic Content	max. 1.0	ppm	USP
Cadmium Content	max. 0.5	ppm	USP
Lead Content	max. 1.0	ppm	USP
Mercury Content	max. 0.2	ppm	USP

Remarks

• Control points verified at ENI Internal Quality Control Lab and/or an FDA Registered lab in accordance with ENI product approval and testing protocol (ENI.SOP.H.1).
• Actual results may vary ± 10% to the specifications due to laboratory test variability.

Nutritional Information Remarks

• * This product is a purified L-Theanine product (≥ 98% L-Theanine), which is a non protein amino acid that does not contribute to calories; however, it is usually categorized as protein as per AOAC nutrition fact test method.
• There is no added sugar or added sodium in this product; there is no significant amount of dietary fiber in this product.
• This product is not a significant source of vitamins or minerals, including the following nutrients: Vitamin A, Niacin, Folate, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, and Potassium.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),

Kosher,

NSF Approved,

NSF Non-GMO,

Non-GMO Project Verified,

cGMP

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

3 Years

Storage

3 years in sealed container(s) under a controlled room or cool temperature; low humidity environment; away from light.