5-MTHF Calcium (Active Folate) powder and molecular structure. Directly bioactive folate for prenatal and mood support formulas. GMP-certified.

5-MTHF Calcium (Active Folate)

Product Name5-MTHF Calcium (L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Calcium)
CAS Number151533-22-1
AppearanceWhite to off-white fine powder
Purity≥99% (by HPLC)
Packaging1 kg/bag, 25 kg/drum
MOQ1 kg
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From Inconsistency to Assurance: Secure Your Bioactive Folate Supply with 5-MTHF Calcium

In the competitive landscape of premium prenatal, mood, and cognitive health supplements, your brand’s credibility is built—or compromised—by your raw material choices. Sourcing bioactive 5-MTHF Calcium (L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Calcium) is a strategic move, but the true challenge lies deeper: securing a partner who ensures batch-to-batch consistency, provides actionable formulation support, and de-risks your supply chain. We specialize in bridging this critical gap. Beyond supplying high-purity bulk 5-MTHF Calcium powder, we deliver a foundation of reliability backed by GMP-aligned standards and dedicated technical partnership, empowering you to formulate and market with unwavering confidence.

The Formulator’s Edge: Why Direct-Acting 5-MTHF Trumps Folic Acid

The decision between folic acid and 5-MTHF Calcium is more than technical—it’s fundamental to your product's efficacy and market relevance. Here’s a critical insight: with up to 60% of the global population possessing genetic variations (MTHFR polymorphism) that hinder folic acid conversion, relying on the standard form creates a significant efficacy gap for a majority of end-users. Our 5-MTHF Calcium is the direct solution, but let’s translate the science into your competitive advantage.

  • Guaranteed Bioavailability, Validated Claims: As the metabolically active form, it bypasses the faulty MTHFR conversion step. This means 100% of your labeled folate content is bioavailable from day one, turning your supplement into a promise kept. Clinical research consistently links this direct pathway to more reliable outcomes in key health areas.
  • Beyond Prenatal: Tapping into Mood & Cardiovascular Markets: Its role as a key methyl donor is your ticket to premium formulations. It’s essential for synthesizing neurotransmitters like serotonin and for regulating homocysteine levels. Simply put, this makes it a non-negotiable ingredient for innovative mood support and heart health products that command higher retail margins.
  • Purity You Can Verify, Label Integrity You Can Trust: We specify and verify a minimum HPLC purity of ≥99.0% on every Certificate of Analysis (CoA). For you, this translates to absolute confidence in your label claims, eliminating the risk of costly discrepancies and protecting your brand’s reputation in a regulated market.

Engineered Stability: From Our Secure Supply to Your Extended Shelf Life

A potent ingredient only adds value if it remains potent in your final product. We engineer stability into every aspect of our handling. Recognizing 5-MTHF’s sensitivity to light, heat, and moisture, our protocol is designed for preservation. The powder is shipped in sealed, light-protected bags with desiccants. More crucially, we provide data-backed guidance: for long-term raw material storage, -20°C is recommended. But how does this benefit your formulation process?

Our technical support goes beyond storage specs. For instance, while 5-MTHF Calcium excels in solid-dose formats like tablets and capsules, incorporating it into gummies or liquids requires specific know-how. We proactively advise on matrix interactions, pH considerations, and stabilization techniques. This collaborative approach can help you achieve a shelf life that often exceeds 18 months for sensitive applications, directly reducing waste and maximizing your product’s market viability.

A Quality Framework That Accelerates Your Compliance & Production

For B2B partners, trust is built on transparent, auditable data. Our quality control is a tangible framework designed to accelerate your own processes. Every batch of our 5-MTHF Calcium comes with a comprehensive CoA that serves as your compliance shortcut. Beyond the ≥99.0% purity, you get verifiable specifications for:

  • Heavy Metals & Impurities: Stringent limits for Lead (≤1.0 mg/kg), Arsenic, Cadmium, and Mercury, tested via ICP-MS, ensuring you meet global regulatory standards effortlessly.
  • Microbiological Safety: Full compliance with stringent USP/ISO standards, including counts for total aerobes, yeasts, molds, and absence of Salmonella and E. coli.
  • Identity & Physical Specs: From specific rotation ([α]20/D between +19.0° to +22.0°) confirming the active L-isomer, to controlled particle size for optimal blend uniformity in your production runs.

This isn’t just documentation; it’s your insurance policy for smoother regulatory filings and seamless, uncontested production batches.

Capitalizing on the "Active Advantage": Market Trends Aligned with Your Growth

The market is decisively shifting. Consumers, especially in North America and Europe, are actively searching for "methylfolate" and "active folate," driving a premium segment growing significantly faster than the general vitamins market. By formulating with our 5-MTHF Calcium, you position your brand at the forefront of this demand for bioeffective solutions.

  • Prenatal & Fertility (The Cornerstone): Marketing "doctor-recommended, bioactive folate" directly addresses informed consumers, building immense trust and allowing for premium positioning in a crowded category.
  • Mental Wellness & Cognitive Health (High-Growth): This is a breakout sector. Combining 5-MTHF with other methyl donors (e.g., Methyl-B12) for mood and focus support creates differentiated formulas that capture high consumer interest and loyalty.
  • Healthy Aging & Cardiovascular (Sustained Demand): Products supporting healthy homocysteine metabolism for heart and brain health are in constant demand among aging adults. Here, 5-MTHF is the scientifically superior choice, enabling clear, evidence-based marketing narratives.

Your Next Step: Formulate with Confidence, Supported by Partnership

Choosing a reliable supplier means more than consistent quality; it means gaining a partner invested in your product's success. To summarize, partnering with us for your 5-MTHF Calcium supply delivers three core advantages:

  1. Risk Mitigation: Guaranteed purity and comprehensive documentation that safeguard your brand and streamline compliance.
  2. Market Agility: Access to the bioactive folate driving the highest-growth segments in the supplement industry.
  3. Technical Collaboration: Proactive formulation support to overcome stability challenges and accelerate your time-to-market.

Ready to translate these advantages into your next market-leading product? The proof is in the sample. Contact our technical sales team to request a complimentary sample paired with its full Certificate of Analysis and technical dossier. Let’s discuss your specific application—whether it’s a new prenatal line, a mood support blend, or a custom formula—and build your competitive edge with confidence.

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