Product Information |
Product name |
Alpha-GPC ; L-alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine; |
CAS No. |
28319-77-9 |
Molecular Formula |
C8H20NO6P |
Molecular Weight |
257.22 |
Quality Standard |
99% up, Food Grade, 100% pass 80 mesh |
Appearance |
White powder |
COA of Alpha GPC |
ITEMS |
SPECIFICATIONS |
RESULTS |
Appearance |
White powder, neutral odor, highly hygroscopic |
Conforms |
Identification |
Conforms to the standard |
Conforms |
Stability |
Dry and light protected storage; Stable under normal usage. |
Conforms |
Color of solution |
Not more than Y7 |
Y6 |
Water content |
≤2.0% |
0.3% |
Specific rotation |
-2.4°~-2.8° |
-2.5° |
pH |
5.0~7.0 |
5.6 |
Related Substance By TLC |
Single spot |
Single spot |
Assay |
≥99.0% |
100.6% |
Residual Solvent (Ethanol) |
≤1.0% |
0.20% |
Particle Size |
80% through 20 mesh |
Conforms |
Conclusion |
The products complies with the standards. |
Usage |
Alpha GPC is a chemical released
when a fatty acid found in soy and other plants breaks down.
In Europe alpha-GPC is a prescription medication for the treatment of Alzheimer s disease. It is available in two forms; one is taken by mouth, and the other is given as a shot. In the United States alpha-GPC is only available as a dietary supplement, mostly in products promoted to improve memory. Other uses for alpha-GPC include treatment of various kinds of dementia, stroke, and “mini stroke” (transient ischemic attack, TIA). Alpha-GPC is also used for improving memory, thinking skills, and learning.
Function and application of alpha GPC
Increases in endogenous human Growth Hormone (hGH) secretion by the anterior pituitary in conjunction with Growth Hormone Releasing Hormone (GHRH); that is, both Alpha-GPC and GHRH act concertedly to stimulate the release of hGH, naturally;
2. More strength from work-outs and training programs
Acts as a precursor of acetylcholine (ACh); thus, Alpha-GPC activates cholinergic transmission which permits the development of more strength from work-outs and training programs, plus reducing levels of somatostatin in the hypothalamic-pituitary axis;
3. Improved lipotrophic functions in the liver
Elevations in blood and tissue levels of the essential nutrient, choline, which supports improved lipotrophic functions (methyl group transferases) in the liver. Research has shown that fatty liver, a condition associated with obesity, diabetes and heavy alcohol consumption, often leads to cirrhosis of the liver or liver failure. Studies conducted by Alan L. Buchman, M.D., associate professor of medicine at The Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University, have shown that fatty liver can be prevented and possibly even eliminated with increased levels of choline. Alpha-GPC also acts synergistically with the body's store (and/or supplementation) of S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAM or SAMe) and folic acid, vitamin B12 and vitamin B6 to facilitate methyl group transfers in the brain and liver;
4. Improved balanced and coordination
Produces improved balanced and coordination when combined with 'skill set' practice and training as a result of normalized nerve transmission in the brain, and in cardiac, skeletal and smooth muscles.