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Food grade L-Tryptophan Sleep aid Supplement of Dietary supplement raw material
Product Description
L-Tryptophan is an essential amino acid, meaning the human body cannot synthesize it and it must be obtained through diet or supplementation. It is one of the 20 standard amino acids that serve as the fundamental building blocks for proteins.
| Item | Specification |
| Physical&Chemical Control | |
| Appearance | White to Yellowish White Crystals or Crystalline Powder |
| Identification | Concordant with the reference spectrum |
| Residue on ignition | ≤0.10% |
| Assay | 98.5% ~ 101.5% |
| Specific Rotation | -29.4 °~-32.8° |
| PH | 5.5-7.0 |
| Loss on drying | ≤0.3% |
| Chloride | ≤0.05% |
| Sulfate | ≤0.03% |
| Heavy Metals | |
| Heavy metals | ≤15ppm |
| Iron | ≤30ppm |
| Microbiology Control | |
| Total plate Count | ≤2000 cfu/g |
| Yeast&moulds | ≤100 cfu/g |
| E.coli | Negative in 10g |
| Salmonella | Negative in 10g |
Product Function
1.Mood Regulation: As a direct precursor to serotonin, often called the "feel-good" neurotransmitter, L-Tryptophan supplementation is primarily researched for its potential to support a positive mood, reduce feelings of anxiety, and promote emotional well-being. Low serotonin levels are associated with mood imbalances.
2.Sleep Support: Serotonin is converted into melatonin, the primary hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle (circadian rhythm). By increasing serotonin levels, L-Tryptophan can indirectly promote the natural production of melatonin, helping to improve sleep quality, ease the onset of sleep, and manage sleep disorders like insomnia.
3.Cognitive Function: Serotonin plays a role in various cognitive processes, including learning and memory. Adequate levels are important for maintaining cognitive health
Product Application
1.Dietary Supplements and Nutraceuticals:
Sleep Aids: Marketed as a natural, non-habit-forming alternative to sleep medications. It is commonly found in capsules, tablets, and powders aimed at improving sleep quality.
Sports Nutrition: Some evidence suggests it may help reduce fatigue and improve endurance performance by modulating the perception of effort.
2.Food and Beverage Industry:
Fortification: Added to certain foods and drink products (e.g., protein shakes, meal replacement bars) to boost their protein quality and nutritional value.
Animal Feed: Critically important in livestock and poultry nutrition. Supplementing feed with L-Tryptophan promotes healthy growth, improves feed efficiency, and can reduce aggression in animals, leading to better overall welfare and productivity.
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