Typical data based on USP 43 monograph for Chicken Chondroitin Sulfate. Actual batch COA provided upon request.
| Test Item | Result / Specification |
|---|---|
| Identification & Appearance | |
| Appearance | White to off-white free flowing powder |
| Particle Size | 60–80 mesh |
| Identification A (IR) | Conforms to reference standard |
| Identification B (Na) | Positive sodium salt reaction |
| Clarity (5% solution, A₄₂₀ₙₘ) | Absorbance ≤ 0.35 |
| Chemical Assay | |
| Assay (CPC, dried basis) | 90.0% – 105.0% |
| Electrophoretic Purity | Individual impurity ≤ 2% |
| Specific Rotation | -20.0° to -30.0° |
| Physical & Chemical | |
| pH (1% solution) | 5.5 – 7.5 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 10.0% |
| Protein (dried basis) | ≤ 6.0% |
| Chloride | ≤ 0.50% |
| Sulfate | ≤ 0.24% |
| Residue on Ignition | 20.0% – 30.0% |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 20 ppm |
| Microbiological | |
| Total Plate Count | ≤ 1,000 CFU/g |
| Yeasts & Molds | ≤ 100 CFU/g |
| E. coli | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative |
| Packaging & Storage | |
| Packaging | 25 kg/drum |
| Storage | Cool, dry, away from light |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
Chicken sternum cartilage naturally contains both chondroitin sulfate and type II collagen — making it ideal for co-formulation with collagen peptides in comprehensive joint health products.
Chicken cartilage contains both CS-A and CS-C sulfation patterns — providing a broader glycosaminoglycan profile compared to single-type bovine or porcine sources.
Meets United States Pharmacopeia 43 standard for Chondroitin Sulfate Sodium — accepted across North American and Asia-Pacific supplement markets.
Chicken sternum is an abundant co-product of the poultry industry — providing cost-competitive CS supply with consistent raw material availability.
Individual impurity ≤ 2% — confirms consistent CS structure with minimal contaminating glycosaminoglycans.
COA, TDS, MSDS, poultry source declaration, and allergen documentation (poultry) provided per batch.
The preferred CS source for combination products containing type II collagen, UC-II, or chicken cartilage extract — natural source affinity and co-formulation synergy.
Standard application in tablets, capsules, and powder sachets for joint comfort and mobility support — particularly in US and APAC markets.
Widely accepted for canine and feline joint health chews and supplements — cost-effective and readily available.
Growing use in sports nutrition joint protection formulas targeting active adults, often combined with glucosamine and MSM.
Marine-derived non-mammalian source CS, ideal for pescatarian markets.
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