Description
Technical & Manufacturing Relevance:
Used as a source of trivalent chromium (Cr³⁺), the biologically relevant form of chromium
Supports glucose metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and lipid metabolism as a trace mineral
Applied primarily as an intermediate for producing organic chromium salts (e.g., chromium picolinate, nicotinate)
Exhibits good stability in dry blends and mineral premixes
Requires precise micro-dosing due to chromium’s narrow effective range
Not interchangeable with hexavalent chromium (Cr⁶⁺), which is toxic and prohibited
Applicable Dosage Forms:
Tablets and capsules (very low-dose formulations)
Powders and trace-mineral premixes
API intermediate for organic chromium compounds
Veterinary and specialty nutrition products (where permitted)
Pharmacopoeial / Quality Notes:
Available in grades aligned with USP / EP / BP / IP / FCC (trace mineral specifications, where applicable)
Green to violet crystalline powder or flakes (hydrate dependent)
Soluble in water; insoluble in alcohol
Strict limits for hexavalent chromium, lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury
Manufactured in GMP-certified facilities with batch-wise traceability and validated analytical testing (ICP-MS)
Animal-Origin Declaration:
100% non-animal origin
Free from BSE/TSE, GMO, and allergen risks
Manufacturing Support:
Supplied with COA, SDS/MSDS, TDS, specification sheet, assay method, and origin declaration
Technical support for chromium equivalence calculations, micro-dosing accuracy, and formulation safety
Regulatory and documentation support available for global resale, export, and international distribution
Suitable for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and specialty nutrition manufacturing worldwide, strictly within country-specific chromium RDA and UL limits
Important Note:
Chromium (III) sulphate provides trivalent chromium only and must be used under validated dosing and regulatory controls. Hexavalent chromium (Cr⁶⁺) forms are not permitted in healthcare products.
