Creatine Monohydrate · High-Purity Creatine for Sports & Performance Nutrition

Key characteristics

• Chemical name: N-(aminoiminomethyl)-N-methylglycine monohydrate.
• Common name: creatine monohydrate.
• Form: white, crystalline powder, practically odourless, with a neutral to slightly bitter taste.
• Solubility: sparingly soluble in cold water but dispersible; solubility increases with temperature. Often used in suspensions or powder formats rather than fully clear solutions.
• Stability: generally stable under normal storage conditions in dry form; more sensitive to acidic pH and high temperature in liquid environments, where gradual conversion to creatinine can occur.
• Particle size: available in standard, micronised and special grades for powders, capsules, tablets and RTM blends. Particle size influences mouthfeel, dispersibility and sedimentation.
• Purity profile: high creatine assay with limited levels of creatinine, dicyandiamide and other related substances according to specification.
• Origin: produced via controlled chemical synthesis and purification, suitable for food and nutrition applications where permitted.
• Regulatory status:
  • Use in foods and supplements is country- and category-specific,
  • Nutrition and health claims relating to creatine must follow local regulations (e.g. approved claims, daily dose criteria, warnings and target population).

Atlas helps customers choose the appropriate creatine monohydrate grade and integrates it into sports nutrition, lifestyle and active-aging concepts within the relevant regulatory framework.

Indicative specification points

Exact values are agreed for each project and producer. Typical food/nutrition-grade creatine monohydrate specifications include:

• Assay (creatine monohydrate): typically around 99.0–99.9% on dried basis.
• Creatinine: controlled and limited in line with food/nutrition specifications.
• Dicyandiamide and related impurities: kept at low levels as per internal and regulatory requirements.
• Loss on drying: controlled to ensure consistent assay and flow.
• Residue on ignition / sulphated ash: low, in line with high-purity expectations.
• pH (in suspension/solution): monitored as part of quality control.
• Heavy metals & specific contaminants: restricted according to food and supplement standards.
• Microbiological profile: low counts suitable for sports nutrition and dietary supplement products.
• Particle size distribution: e.g. standard or micronised grades with defined mesh or D50 values, selected based on desired mouthfeel, dispersion and blending behaviour.

Each batch is delivered with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and a detailed technical data sheet. Additional documents (GMO status, allergen declarations, dietary suitability, contaminants and solvent data, origin, Halal/Kosher certifications and others) can be provided from approved producers to support quality audits and regulatory submissions.

Sports powders & pre-workout blends

• Creatine powders – single-ingredient or simple creatine blends designed to be mixed with water, juice or sports drinks, typically at defined serving sizes per day.
• Pre-workout formulas – creatine monohydrate is combined with caffeine, amino acids (e.g. BCAAs, beta-alanine, arginine/citrulline), carbohydrates and electrolytes in pre-workout blends for high-intensity training, where permitted.
• Intra- & post-workout products – used in recovery and performance powders with proteins, carbohydrates and other nutrients targeting athletes and active consumers.
• RTM blends for co-packing – included in private label and contract-packed sports nutrition mixes in combination with other Atlas portfolio ingredients.

Capsules, tablets & solid dosage forms

• Capsules – creatine monohydrate is filled into hard capsules alone or with carriers and co-actives for convenient daily dosing.
• Tablets & caplets – used in direct-compression or granulated blends with excipients, binders and lubricants designed for sports nutrition and supplement brands.
• Chewable formats – incorporated into chewable tablets or soft chews where allowed, ensuring attention to texture, flavour and stability.

Functional foods & beverages*

• RTD sports beverages* – creatine monohydrate can be used at carefully selected levels in ready-to-drink sports and energy beverages, with particular attention to pH, temperature, shelf life and creatinine formation (*subject to regulatory and technological constraints).
• Bars & high-protein snacks* – inclusion in nutrition bars or high-protein snacks may be feasible in some markets if stable during processing and storage.
• Other functional foods* – selected applications in dairy, plant-based or cereal-based products may be explored where regulations and technology allow.

*All food applications must respect local legislation, stability considerations and appropriate target groups.

Formulation & regulatory guidance

• Dosage and serving size:
  • Daily intake recommendations and maximum levels depend on market-specific regulations,
  • Many concepts differentiate between “maintenance” and “loading” strategies; final positioning must be validated by the customer’s regulatory and scientific teams.
• Stability in liquids:
  • Creatine monohydrate is more stable in dry form than in acidic liquids,
  • In RTD beverages, pH, temperature and storage time must be carefully controlled to manage creatinine formation and maintain declared levels.
• Solubility & mouthfeel:
  • Micronised grades can improve dispersion and suspension stability in powders and liquids,
  • Flavour systems may be needed to mask any residual taste or texture at higher dosages.
• Compatibility with other ingredients:
  • Creatine is often combined with proteins, BCAAs, carbohydrates, taurine, carnitines, vitamins and minerals,
  • Interactions with strong acids or certain minerals in liquid systems should be evaluated in shelf-life studies.
• Regulatory & labelling:
  • Customers must verify the legal status of creatine in food and supplements in each destination market,
  • Any performance, strength or muscle-related claims must follow local regulations on approved claims, target population, warnings and daily dosage,
  • Labels should clearly state creatine form, serving size and creatine content per portion.

Quality & documentation

• Supplied as food or nutrition-grade creatine monohydrate with agreed specifications for assay, related substances, particle size and microbiological quality.
• Each batch is delivered with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and a technical data sheet describing test parameters and methods.
• Additional documentation can include GMO status, allergen declarations, dietary suitability (e.g. vegetarian/vegan where applicable), contaminants and solvent data, origin, Halal/Kosher certificates and others depending on the selected producer and grade.
• Production sites generally operate under recognised ISO and food safety management systems; further certifications can be provided on request.
• Customers remain responsible for regulatory compliance, maximum levels, sports nutrition regulations, claims and labelling in each destination market.

Packaging, storage & logistics

• Standard packaging: typically 20–25 kg fibre drums or multi-wall bags with inner liners for moisture protection and handling. Alternative packaging (e.g. big bags) may be considered for high-volume projects.
• Suitable for full-container or mixed-container loads together with other amino acids, proteins, vitamins and sports nutrition ingredients.
• Store in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture, excessive heat and strong odours to maintain flowability and assay.
• Typical shelf life is defined on the product specification and COA; customers should validate creatine content and physical stability in their own formulations over shelf life.
• Shipments can be arranged under FOB, CFR, CIF or other agreed Incoterms, with export, customs and quality documentation coordinated from Ankara, Türkiye.

To receive a tailored offer, please share your intended applications (sports powders, pre-workout, recovery, capsules/tablets, RTD beverages, bars, etc.), target creatine dose per serving, grade preference (standard or micronised), annual volume, packaging format, documentation/certification needs (Halal, Kosher, non-GMO, etc.) and destination markets. Our team will recommend suitable creatine monohydrate grades and system concepts for your projects.