Creatine monohydrate
Description
Creatine monohydrate (CAS 6020-87-7) is a naturally occurring nitrogenous compound used as a performance and energy-support ingredient across sports nutrition, pharmaceutical, and functional food markets.
Creapure is a recognized trade name for high-purity creatine monohydrate produced under controlled manufacturing standards, often specified by formulators seeking a premium-grade source.
It functions primarily as an energy substrate replenisher in muscle tissue, driving demand across both finished product manufacturing and bulk ingredient supply chains globally.
In sports nutrition, it is the active ingredient in pre-workout powders, capsules, and ready-to-mix formulations targeting strength and endurance. Functional food manufacturers incorporate it into protein bars.
Fortified drinks and meal replacement products utilize it where performance-oriented labeling is a commercial differentiator. Pharmaceutical producers use it in tablet formats for clinical nutrition applications.
Nutraceutical producers target neuromuscular conditions, while cosmetic formulators have adopted it in topical skin-firming and anti-aging products to support cellular energy metabolism in dermal tissue.
Creatine monohydrate is supplied as a white, fine-to-coarse crystalline powder in bulk bags and drums. Food-grade and USP specifications are standard for most industrial applications.
Creapure-branded material carries additional third-party certification relevant to sports nutrition compliance. Micronized grades are available for applications requiring faster dissolution or improved blendability.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 292 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
| Density | 0.55-0.64 g/cm3 |
| Appearance | White cryst. powder |
| Color | White to yellow |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Form | Crystalline Powder |
| Water Solubility | 13 g/L (20 ºC) |
| pH | 6.9 (10g/l, H2O, 20℃) |
| Log P | -1.877 (est) |
Safety & Handling (Learn More)
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29252000 |
| WGK (Germany) | 1 |
Documentation
Other Names
Creapure|Glycine, N-(aminoiminomethyl)-N-methyl-, monohydrate|9603LN7R2Q|N-(Aminoiminomethyl)-N-methylglycine monohydrate|CREATINE MONOHYDRATE [WHO-DD]|Glycine, N-(aminoiminomethyl)-N-methyl-, hydrate (1:1)|Creatine Powder
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