Functional Ingredients
Chondroitin Sulfate
Source: Bovine (cattle), porcine (pig), avian (chicken), or marine (shark) cartilage
Raw Material Origin; Assay; Quality & Safety
Specifications & Quality Standards
Key Specifications
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
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| Chondroitin Sulfate Content | Typically ≥90% for high-purity grades |
| Assay Method | HPLC, CPC titration, or other validated methods, depending on product specifications |
| Molecular Weight | Grade-specific, confirmed by manufacturer |
| Salt Form | Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate or other specified forms |
Quality & Safety Control
| Heavy Metals | Lead (Pb), Arsenic (As), Cadmium (Cd), Mercury (Hg) |
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| Microbiological Quality | Total Plate Count, Yeast & Mold, and specified pathogens |
| Residual Protein and Moisture | According to manufacturer specifications |
| Animal Origin Traceability | Species, tissue source, and country of origin |
Animal-Origin Regulatory Requirements
| BSE/TSE Documentation | Where applicable |
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| Veterinary Health Certification | Where required by the importing country |
| Origin Verification | Animal species and country of origin |
Specifications and regulatory requirements may vary depending on animal origin, product grade, and intended application. Compliance with Korean food regulations must be confirmed before importation.
Distinguish purified chondroitin sulfate from mucopolysaccharide–protein. Verify the applicable Korean ingredient category and, where relevant, the individual approval specifications.