Joint Health Ingredient

N-Acetyl Glucosamine Powder Supplier

N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine (GlcNAc / NAG) powder for joint-health and specialty supplement formulations. Gensei supplies N-acetyl glucosamine for commercial ingredient sourcing, with product identity and technical information available for project discussions.

N-Acetyl Glucosamine powder GlcNAc NAG ingredient

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N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine Product Details

Chemical identity and common naming used for GlcNAc / NAG.

Số CAS. 7512-17-6
Công thức phân tử C₈H₁₅NO₆
Trọng lượng phân tử 221,21 g/mol
Tên thông dụng GlcNAc / NAG
Tên hóa học N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine

Ingredient Comparison

GlcNAc, Glucosamine HCl & Glucosamine Sulfate

These are distinct glucosamine forms and should be identified by the exact ingredient specified in the finished formula.

Thuộc tính GlcNAc / NAG Glucosamine hydrochloride Glucosamine sulfat
Chemical form N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine Glucosamine hydrochloride Glucosamine sulfat
Tập trung vào thông số kỹ thuật Identity, assay, source, particle size and supporting documents Salt identity, assay and applicable specification Sulfate form, assay and applicable specification
Formula use Select when the formula calls for GlcNAc Select when the formula calls for glucosamine HCl Select when the formula calls for glucosamine sulfate

Technical Reference

GlcNAc Technical Specification Reference

Technical points that may vary by selected grade or production route should be confirmed against the applicable product specification.

Tham số Reference / Review Point Basis
USP-NF Assay Reference 98.0%–102.0%, calculated on the dried basis Pharmacopeial reference
Batch Assay Confirm on the applicable GlcNAc COA for the selected material. Batch specific
Kích thước hạt Confirm the particle-size specification required for the finished dosage form. Product specific
Source & Allergen Confirm the production source and supporting allergen declaration for the selected material. Source specific

Source & Allergen Review

Source & Allergen Considerations

The production route affects source and allergen documentation, so the specific material should be matched to the intended product positioning.

Nguồn liên quan đến động vật có vỏ

When the production route is linked to crustacean-derived materials, review the source, species information, allergen statement and cross-contact information before making shellfish-related label decisions.

Lên men / Nguồn không phải từ động vật có vỏ

Some GlcNAc suppliers use fermentation or other non-shellfish routes. The production route, substrate and supporting declarations should be verified for the specific material before using vegan, shellfish-free or similar positioning.

Công thức

N-Acetyl Glucosamine Formulation Formats

GlcNAc powder can be considered across several supplement formats, with processing needs determined by the complete formulation.

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Viên nang

For capsule products, serving size, particle characteristics, powder flow and blend uniformity influence the finished manufacturing process.

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Máy tính bảng

Tablet development may need to account for compression behavior, excipient compatibility and the physical characteristics of the complete blend.

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Gummies & Chewables

For gummies and chewables, formulation development should account for heat exposure, moisture, pH, taste and active stability.

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Powder & Drink Formats

For powder blends and drink formats, dispersion, flavor compatibility, moisture protection and blend uniformity are relevant to finished-product performance.

Human Research

Human Research on N-Acetyl Glucosamine

Human studies have evaluated oral N-acetyl glucosamine in relation to cartilage-metabolism biomarkers and joint-related outcomes. Study design, dose and whether GlcNAc was used alone or in combination are important when interpreting the findings for finished supplements.

PubMed 27588069

Cartilage-Metabolism Biomarkers

A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluated 500 mg/day and 1,000 mg/day of GlcNAc for 16 weeks in healthy adults without arthritis symptoms. The study assessed C2C, PIICP and the C2C/PIICP ratio.

Population Healthy adults Liều lượng 500 or 1,000 mg/day Thời lượng 16 weeks
PubMed 26178634

GlcNAc + Chondroitin

A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial examined a combination of N-acetyl glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate in Japanese adults with knee pain or stiffness. The reported outcomes included self-reported knee function and pain-related measures.

Intervention GlcNAc + chondroitin sulfate Thời lượng 24 tuần Population Adults with knee symptoms
PubMed 28757514

GlcNAc + Proteoglycan

A 12-week open study evaluated a tablet containing GlcNAc and proteoglycan in subjects with knee pain, using VAS, JKOM and JOA outcomes.

Intervention GlcNAc + proteoglycan Thời lượng 12 tuần Design Open study
These studies should not be interpreted as proof that GlcNAc alone treats osteoarthritis. In particular, combination studies cannot isolate the contribution of GlcNAc from the other ingredients.

Project Support

Technical & Commercial Support

Additional product and project information can be coordinated as your formulation moves toward commercial sourcing.

Product Information

Request available technical information for the GlcNAc material being discussed.

Formulation Discussion

Discuss the intended dosage form and any material characteristics relevant to the formulation.

Commercial Coordination

Continue quantity, quotation and purchasing discussions directly with the Gensei team.

Regulatory Reference

Market & Regulatory Considerations

Requirements for GlcNAc can vary with intended use, production source and destination market.

Hoa Kỳ

USP-NF includes a N-Acetylglucosamine monograph that can serve as a pharmacopeial quality reference. A monograph is not, by itself, authorization of a finished supplement.

Liên minh Châu Âu

The European Commission's 2026 public Novel Food application list includes an application for N-acetylglucosamine from Shandong Runhan Biotechnology Co., Ltd. This should not be interpreted as a blanket authorization for every GlcNAc material or use.

Confirm the current requirements for the exact material, source and intended finished-product use before finalizing labels or market-entry plans.
N-Acetyl Glucosamine Inquiry

Discuss Your GlcNAc Ingredient Project

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Inquiry Review

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Direct Follow-Up

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Next-Step Coordination

Further requests can be coordinated directly as the project moves forward.

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