{"product_id":"bulk-alpha-lipoic-acid-powder","title":"Wholesome in bulk™ Alpha Lipoic Acid Powder (Thioctic Acid)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .lp-product-story,\n  .lp-product-story * {\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story {\n    --lp-green: #263d34;\n    --lp-green-soft: #eef3ef;\n    --lp-green-line: #d8e3dc;\n    --lp-gold: #aa8b55;\n    --lp-gold-text: #8a6c38;\n    --lp-cream: #faf8f3;\n    --lp-border: #e5e0d6;\n    --lp-text: #323834;\n    --lp-muted: #5f6762;\n    --lp-red: #b32727;\n    --lp-red-dark: #922020;\n    --lp-warn: #b9893e;\n    --lp-warn-bg: #fff8ec;\n    --lp-warn-line: #ecdcbc;\n    --lp-warn-text: #7a5a22;\n    --lp-radius: 6px;\n    --lp-gap: 20px;\n    --lp-pad: 56px;\n\n    \/* Type scale: five sizes only *\/\n    --lp-fs-xs: 13px;\n    --lp-fs-sm: 15px;\n    --lp-fs-md: 17px;\n    --lp-fs-h2: clamp(26px, 2.6vw, 34px);\n    --lp-fs-xl: clamp(30px, 3.6vw, 44px);\n\n    width: 100%;\n    max-width: none;\n    margin: 36px 0 0;\n    color: var(--lp-text);\n    font-size: var(--lp-fs-md);\n    --lp-fs: var(--lp-fs-md);\n    line-height: 1.75;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story h2,\n  .lp-product-story h3,\n  .lp-product-story p {\n    margin-top: 0;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story h2,\n  .lp-product-story h3 {\n    text-wrap: balance;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story {\n    font-variant-numeric: lining-nums;\n  }\n\n  \/* Theme guard. 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20px 24px;\n    }\n\n    .lp-cta-wrap:before {\n      -webkit-mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000000 0%, transparent 40%);\n      mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000000 0%, transparent 40%);\n    }\n\n    .lp-cta-button {\n      max-width: 100%;\n      min-height: 54px;\n      padding: 14px 20px;\n    }\n\n    .lp-cta-wrap .lp-bulk-notice {\n      margin-top: 24px;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"lp-product-story\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRODUCTION --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eWholesome in bulk™ Premium Ingredients\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eBulk Alpha Lipoic Acid Powder for Supplement Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid is a light yellow crystalline powder made by chemical synthesis, also known as thioctic acid. The standard grade is racemic, a 50:50 mix of the R and S forms, and a USP monograph sets its purity at 99.0% to 101.0% by HPLC. We supply it in bulk to supplement brands, contract manufacturers, and formulators, with lot documents for your quality team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- AT A GLANCE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"lp-specifications lp-glance\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003eChemical name\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003e(±)-1,2-dithiolane-3-pentanoic acid\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003eCAS number\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003e1077-28-7 (racemic)\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003eTypical grade\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003ePack sizes\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- KEY CHARACTERISTICS --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-section-header\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eWhy Alpha Lipoic Acid\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eA single compound with a published monograph\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid is one defined molecule, so you can specify it the way you would any fine chemical. A USP monograph sets the assay, the impurity limits, and the identity tests. That gives buyers and quality teams a shared standard for every lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefits\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eDefined chemical identity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe molecular formula is C8H14O2S2, and racemic material carries CAS number 1077-28-7. Identity is confirmed by infrared spectrum and by HPLC retention time against a USP reference standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eA USP monograph to specify against\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe monograph calls for 99.0% to 101.0% by HPLC on the dried basis. It also caps any single impurity at 0.1% and total impurities at 2.0%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eRacemic or R form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eStandard material is racemic. The R form alone is sold as R-lipoic acid (CAS 1200-22-2) or as its sodium salt, Na-R-ALA. Specific rotation on the COA shows which one you have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eLow melting point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eRacemic material melts at 60 to 62 °C. The single R form melts at about 47 to 50 °C, so plan milling, blending, and compression with heat in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eLight and heat sensitivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe molecule has a five membered sulfur ring that can open under light and heat and link into polymers. The USP monograph includes a TLC test for this polymer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSuited to dry formats\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe powder dissolves poorly in water and well in ethanol. That makes it a natural fit for capsules, tablets, and softgels rather than clear drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FORMULATION APPLICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-formulation-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eFormulation Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eWhere formulators use alpha lipoic acid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis compound fits measured formats where fill weight and heat exposure are controlled, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"lp-formulations\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCapsules\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCompressed tablets, with heat control at the press\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSoftgels with an oil based fill\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMultiple ingredient capsule blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSingle ingredient powders\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePowdered drink mixes, after taste and dispersion trials\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePrivate label programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-highlight\"\u003ePlan fill weights from the assay on each COA, and note the form. Racemic ALA, R-lipoic acid, and the sodium salt are not interchangeable gram for gram, so recalculate your serving math whenever you change forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- COMMERCIAL BUYER REVIEW --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eWhat Commercial Buyers Should Review\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eWhat to check before you buy alpha lipoic acid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-quality-intro\"\u003eTwo powders sold as alpha lipoic acid can differ in form, assay method, and polymer content. Review these points together, and ask for lot documents before you approve a supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eRacemic or R form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eConfirm the form on both the spec sheet and the certificate of analysis (COA). Racemic material reads close to zero for specific rotation, while R material reads strongly positive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eAssay by HPLC\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eAsk whether purity is measured by HPLC to the USP method. Some spec sheets list a titration assay with a 98% minimum, which is a different and looser test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003ePolymer and related compounds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eCheck the HPLC impurity results and the TLC polymer test. Polymer content affects flow and caking as well as purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eMelting range on the COA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eA melting range of 60 to 62 °C fits racemic material. A melting range near 47 to 50 °C points to the R form, and a wide or early melt is worth a question.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eResidual solvents and metals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eSynthesis and crystallization use solvents such as cyclohexane, ethyl acetate, and ethanol. Ask for GC results to USP \u0026lt;467\u0026gt; and heavy metals by ICP-MS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003ePackaging and transit heat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eAsk for opaque, sealed inner liners and a shipping plan for hot months. Powder that softens in a hot container can arrive caked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-buyer-note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalt form math:\u003c\/strong\u003e Na-R-ALA is a sodium salt, so one gram of it holds less than one gram of R-lipoic acid. By molecular weight the free acid is about 90% of the salt. Ask the supplier to state the R-lipoic acid content per gram on the COA, and base your label figures on that number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SPECIFICATION --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-wrap lp-spec-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eTypical specification for alpha lipoic acid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-quality-intro\"\u003eThese values follow the USP monograph for racemic alpha-lipoic acid and published supplier spec sheets. Final figures come from the specification sheet and COA for your lot. NLT means not less than, and NMT means not more than.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec-table-wrap\"\u003e\n        \u003ctable class=\"lp-spec-table\"\u003e\n          \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eMethod\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n          \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIdentity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid (thioctic acid), C8H14O2S2, CAS 1077-28-7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIR and HPLC retention time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVisual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAssay, dried basis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPLC (USP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSpecific rotation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;781S\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMelting range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;741\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLoss on drying\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;731\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eResidue on ignition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;281\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRelated compounds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPLC (USP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePolymeric lipoic acid\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTLC (USP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eResidual solvents\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eParticle size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;786\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLead\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eArsenic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCadmium\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMercury\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal aerobic count\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;61\u0026gt; or \u0026lt;2021\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYeast and mold\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;61\u0026gt; or \u0026lt;2021\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eE. coli and Salmonella\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;62\u0026gt; or \u0026lt;2022\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShelf life\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvided with quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStability data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- STORAGE AND HANDLING --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eStorage and handling for bulk alpha lipoic acid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-storage-intro\"\u003eAlpha lipoic acid keeps best when it stays cool, sealed, and dark. Keep it away from heat even more carefully than most powders, because the melting point sits close to warehouse and press temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eKeep it cool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eStore well below the melting range and away from heaters, roof spaces, and sunny loading docks. Follow the temperature range on the spec sheet, and take extra care with R forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eKeep away from light\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eLeave the powder in its original opaque liner and container. Light and heat can open the sulfur ring and form polymer over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eKeep it sealed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eClose the inner liner after each use and press out the air. Sealed packaging also keeps the powder from caking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eRotate and retest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eRecord the lot number and retest date for each container. Send older lots to production first, and retest assay and polymer on stock held near its retest date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BUYER FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section lp-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-section-header\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eBuyer FAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eAlpha lipoic acid buyer FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eQuick answers to the questions procurement and quality teams ask most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-faq-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between alpha-lipoic acid and R-lipoic acid?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eStandard alpha-lipoic acid is racemic, a 50:50 mix of the R and S forms, while R-lipoic acid contains only the R form. The two have different CAS numbers, melting ranges, and specific rotation values. R-lipoic acid also sells at a much higher price per kilogram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Na-R-ALA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNa-R-ALA is the sodium salt of R-lipoic acid. Suppliers offer it as a form that handles heat and storage better than the free acid, so ask for their stability data. Base label figures on the stated R-lipoic acid content, not the salt weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs alpha-lipoic acid the same as alpha-linolenic acid?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNo. Alpha-lipoic acid is a sulfur containing compound, while alpha-linolenic acid is an omega-3 fatty acid. Both are often shortened to ALA, so write the full name and CAS number on purchase orders and labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich purity grade should I specify?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSpecify USP grade, which calls for 99.0% to 101.0% by HPLC on the dried basis. Ask the supplier to confirm that the COA uses the USP HPLC method rather than a titration assay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I handle the low melting point in production?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eKeep the powder, the blend, and the tablet press well below 60 °C, and below 47 °C for R forms. Watch for heat from milling and long compression runs. Softened powder sticks to tooling and can cake in hoppers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat documents can I get with an order?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSelect testing documents on the quote form and we will send what is available for the lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I get a sample before a bulk order?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Choose sample options on the quote form and we will confirm size and timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store an opened container?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eClose the liner, press out the air, and keep the container in a cool, dark, dry place. Use the powder within the retest date or shelf life shown on the COA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CALL TO ACTION --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"lp-cta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eBulk Alpha Lipoic Acid\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eRequest a quote for bulk alpha lipoic acid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"lp-cta-copy\"\u003eTell us the form, grade, quantity, and timing you need. We will reply with current pricing, lot documents, and sample options for your project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"#\" class=\"lp-cta-button\" aria-label=\"Return to the top of the page to order Alpha-lipoic acid\" onclick=\"window.scrollTo({ top: 0, behavior: 'smooth' }); return false;\"\u003eOrder Alpha Lipoic Acid\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"lp-bulk-notice\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulk orders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a pack size above, or request a quote for larger volumes, R forms, samples, and lot documents. We serve supplement brands, contract manufacturers, product developers, and formulators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"lp-disclaimer\"\u003eThis bulk ingredient is sold for further manufacturing and formulation. The information on this page describes the ingredient and how commercial buyers evaluate it. It is not medical advice. 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