Nutraceutical Ingredients

γ-Aminobutyric Acid

CAS No.56-12-2
GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
Availability● In Stock

High-purity γ-Aminobutyric acid (GABA), a naturally occurring inhibitory neurotransmitter widely used in nutraceutical and functional food formulations to support cognitive health and metabolic balance.

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Product Technical Details

Product Overview

γ-Aminobutyric acid (GABA), chemically designated as 4-aminobutanoic acid, is a non-proteinogenic amino acid that functions as the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. Our pharmaceutical-grade GABA is manufactured under stringent cGMP conditions, ensuring exceptional purity and consistency for use in dietary supplements, functional foods, and clinical nutrition applications.

Specifications

Molecular Formula	C₄H₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	103.12 g/mol
Appearance	White crystal or crystalline powder
Assay	99.7% (meets 99.0–101.0% specification)
Melting Point	195–204°C
pH (1% aqueous solution)	7.35 (within 7.0–8.0 range)
Loss on Drying	0.16% (≤0.50%)
Residue on Ignition	0.04% (≤0.10%)
Heavy Metals	<10 ppm
Arsenic	<2 ppm
Other Amino Acids	Not detected

Industrial Applications

As a bioactive nutraceutical ingredient, γ-aminobutyric acid is extensively incorporated into formulations targeting neurological wellness, stress modulation, and metabolic regulation. Key applications include:

Dietary supplements designed to promote relaxation and improve sleep quality
Functional beverages and fortified foods aimed at cognitive support
Clinical nutrition products for ammonia detoxification and liver health support
Research-grade reagents for neuroscience and metabolic studies

Its documented role in reducing blood ammonia levels and enhancing cerebral metabolism makes it a valuable component in evidence-based nutritional strategies. The compound demonstrates excellent stability under standard storage conditions (room temperature) and complies with international pharmacopeial standards for purity and safety.