Betaine Hydrochloride (Trimethylglycine) is a premium osmotic regulator and high-efficiency methyl donor widely utilized in the animal nutrition and aquaculture industries. By providing essential methyl groups for the synthesis of proteins and nucleic acids, it serves as a critical alternative to methionine and choline, optimizing the biological efficiency of livestock and aquatic species.
Engineered for maximum bioavailability, our Betaine Hydrochloride is available in 96% and 98% purity grades. It is specifically designed to mitigate heat stress, enhance lipid metabolism, and improve overall gut health, ensuring superior growth rates and improved feed conversion ratios across diverse species from swine and poultry to shrimp and fish.
Detailed Parameters
| Chemical Name | Trimethylglycine | Chemical Formula | C₅H₁₁NO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder or granules | Betaine Content | ≥96% or ≥98% (Dry Basis) |
| Loss on Drying | ≤2.0% (96%) / ≤1.3% (98%) | Residue on Ignition | ≤2.5% (96%) / ≤1.5% (98%) |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2 mg/kg | Chloride (Cl⁻) | ≤0.3% |
| Trimethylamine | ≤100 mg/kg | Heavy Metals (Pb) | Controlled standard |
Key Advantages
Efficient Methyl Donor
Effectively replaces methionine and choline to synthesize critical biomolecules, optimizing protein and nucleic acid production.
Lipid Metabolism Boost
Enhances carnitine and phosphatidylcholine efficiency, reducing fatty liver incidence and improving lean meat percentage.
Stress Reduction
Lowers the biological stress response and increases duodenal villi length to enhance nutrient absorption.
Gut Health Optimizer
Promotes digestive enzyme activity and increases feed intake for healthier growth cycles.
Aquaculture Support
Stimulates appetite and supports crustaceans during molting or critical environmental changes.
Rumen Regulation
Provides osmotic regulation for rumen microbes, increasing acetate production and protein utilization.
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Packaging Options
Standard 25 kg bags or cartons with high-density PE liners for moisture protection.
Stability Control
Low trimethylamine levels ensure no interference with electrolyte balance or vitamin efficacy.
Storage Life
12-month shelf life when kept in cool, dry, and well-ventilated original packaging.
Quality Assurance
Strict adherence to purity specifications for both 96% and 98% Betaine grades.
Global Logistics
Export-grade packaging designed to withstand long-distance maritime shipping.
Dosage Precision
Customized dosage guidelines for swine, poultry, aquatic species, and ruminants.
Investment Return Comparison
| Target Animal | Recommended Dosage (kg/T) | Primary Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Swine | 0.2 – 1.75 | Lean meat % & Liver health |
| Laying Poultry | 0.2 – 0.5 | Egg production & Stress relief |
| Broilers | 0.2 – 0.8 | Feed intake & Growth rate |
| Shrimp/Crabs | 1.0 – 3.0 | Survival rate & Molting support |
| Fish | 0.5 – 2.5 | Appetite stimulation & Growth |
Frequently Asked Questions
The primary difference is the purity level of the Betaine content. The 98% grade offers higher concentration and lower impurities (loss on drying and residue on ignition), making it suitable for high-precision nutritional formulations.
It acts as a methyl donor to optimize metabolism, increases duodenal villi length for better nutrient absorption, and reduces heat stress, which collectively enhances feed intake and growth rates.
Yes, it is highly beneficial for aquaculture, particularly for shrimp and crabs, as it stimulates appetite and provides critical osmotic regulation during molting or environmental shifts.
Betaine can replace a portion of methionine and choline by providing the necessary methyl groups for biomolecule synthesis, which can help reduce overall feed costs while maintaining growth performance.
It should be stored in its original sealed packaging in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This prevents moisture absorption and ensures a shelf life of up to 12 months.
In ruminants, it supports rumen microbes through osmotic regulation and methyl group provision, leading to increased acetate production and improved overall energy and protein utilization.
