AKG (Alpha-Ketoglutarate)

A key intermediate in the Krebs cycle that supports cellular energy production, healthy aging, and metabolic function. Sourced from high-purity fermentation for dietary supplements and functional foods.

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MOQ

1 kg

Packaging

25kg/drum, 1kg/aluminum bag, or customized

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Specifications

Specification	Detail
Product Name	AKG (Alpha-Ketoglutarate) / Calcium AKG
CAS No.	328-50-7 (free acid) / 71686-01-6 (Ca-AKG)
Molecular Formula	C₅H₆O₅ (free acid)
Molecular Weight	146.10 g/mol
Purity	≥99% by HPLC
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Melting Point	113-117°C
Solubility	Soluble in water; soluble in acidic aqueous solutions
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤10 ppm
Storage	Cool, dry, dark place; sealed, avoid light
Shelf Life	24 months
Packaging	25kg/drum, 1kg/aluminum bag, or customized
Certifications	GMP, ISO, Halal, Kosher, HACCP, FSSC22000 compliant

Applications

Anti-Aging & Longevity Supplements Sports Nutrition & Recovery Metabolic Health Products Cognitive Health & Brain Support Bone Health (Ca-AKG) Functional Foods & Beverages

Why Choose AKG?

Icon	Feature
	Key Metabolic Intermediate — Central role in the Krebs cycle for cellular energy production and ATP synthesis
	High Purity — ≥99% purity (HPLC), fermentation-derived, food-grade quality
	Scientifically Supported — Research demonstrates benefits for healthy aging, mitochondrial function, and metabolic health
	Multiple Forms — Available as free acid or calcium salt (Ca-AKG) to suit different formulation needs
	Clean Fermentation — Produced through advanced fermentation technology, free from organic solvents
	Global Compliance — GMP, ISO, Halal, Kosher, HACCP, FSSC22000 certified for international markets