Potassium aspartate

Potassium aspartate (CAS 1115-63-5) is the potassium salt of aspartic acid, supplied as a bioavailable source of both potassium and the amino acid aspartate for use across food, pharmaceutical, and agricultural applications. Monopotassium aspartate is the form most commonly referenced in supplement and pharmaceutical procurement contexts. In dietary supplements and nutraceuticals, it delivers potassium in a form with higher gastrointestinal tolerability.

This makes it a preferred choice for electrolyte tablets, capsules, and sports nutrition formulas compared to inorganic salts. Pharmaceutical manufacturers use it as an active ingredient or excipient in preparations targeting potassium replenishment. It is often used in combination with magnesium aspartate for clinical applications. In food and beverage applications, it functions as a flavor modifier and acidulant, contributing a mild taste profile suited to functional drinks.

The compound is also utilized in fortified foods and specialized nutritional products. Feed formulators incorporate it into animal nutrition programs where amino acid-bound mineral delivery improves uptake efficiency. Potassium aspartate is available as a white crystalline powder. It is supplied in food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade specifications, with USP and Ph. Eur. grades available for regulated applications.

Bulk quantities are typically offered in multi-kilogram bags or fiber drums suited to industrial and commercial formulation scale. This ensures stability and ease of handling during large-scale manufacturing processes.