Chondroitin Sulfate Sodium
Sulfated glycosaminoglycan (GAG) extracted from animal cartilage and purified into a standardized sodium salt. Chondroitin sulfate is a core structural component of articular cartilage and one of the most extensively studied joint-health actives in the nutraceutical industry. HS Biopharma offers four animal-source variants so formulators can match regional preferences, cost targets, and dietary or religious constraints.
CAS Number
9007-28-7
Physical Form
Fine white to off-white powder
Typical Assay
90% min. by CPC / HPLC
Origins
Bovine / Shark / Avian / Porcine cartilage
Purpose and Key Benefits
Supports joint cushioning, cartilage structure, and mobility. Helps maintain the extracellular matrix of connective tissue. Works synergistically with glucosamine, collagen, MSM, and hyaluronic acid in comprehensive joint-care stacks.
Applications
Joint-health capsules, tablets, powder drink mixes, sachets, sports-nutrition blends, active-aging formulas, OEM / private label
Certifications
NSF-GMP Registered
NSF/ANSI 173 Section 8 · FSMA and 21 CFR Part 111/117 compliant.
NSF/ANSI 173 Sec 8
ISO 9001:2015
Quality management system.
:2015 — valid to Oct 11, 2027
ISO 22000:2018
Food safety management system.
:2018 Food Safety — valid to Oct 11, 2027
ISO 14001:2015
Environmental management system.
:2015 Environmental — valid to Nov 4, 2027
ISO 45001:2018
Occupational health and safety management system.
:2018 OH&S — valid to Nov 4, 2027
FAMI-QS Certified
Specialty feed-ingredient GMP Category K.
feed-chain certification Cat K, Registration FAM-1963; renewal in process