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Taurine Powder (Food Grade) — Pure ≥99% Food Ingredient
Taurine Powder (Food Grade) — Pure ≥99% Food Ingredient
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Taurine is an essential amino acid found naturally in meat, dairy, eggs and legumes. Pure food-grade powder with excellent water solubility and a neutral, very mild taste. Popular among food manufacturers, nutrition formulators and fitness enthusiasts as a food ingredient and protein fortifier.
- Food grade — compliant with FSANZ Standard 1.3.1
- Lab-tested purity ≥99% — Certificate of Analysis available on request
- Highly concentrated — a little goes a long way
- Packed in Australia — quality-checked before every dispatch
- Four sizes: 100g, 500g and 1kg
- Freely soluble in water — dissolves easily in liquids, batters and icings
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Also known as | 2-Aminoethanesulphonic acid |
| Colour | White crystalline powder |
| Form | Fine powder |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water |
| Pack sizes | 100g · 500g · 1kg |
| Storage | Cool, dry, away from direct light |
| Shelf life | 24 months (sealed) |
Benario is a trading name of AuSaMicS Pty Ltd (ABN 56 676 640 467). For food use only. Always follow recommended usage levels and applicable Australian food standards.
Taurine is an essential amino acid found naturally in meat, dairy, eggs and legumes. Pure food-grade powder with excellent water solubility and a neutral, very mild taste. Popular among food manufacturers, nutrition formulators and fitness enthusiasts as a food ingredient and protein fortifier.
| Application | Typical inclusion rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Functional beverage / energy drink | 400 – 1000 mg per serve | Dissolve directly — virtually tasteless |
| Sports / pre-workout drink | 500 – 1000 mg per serve | Mix with other beverage ingredients |
| Nutritional powder blend | 0.5 – 2 g per serve | Excellent solubility — mixes easily |
| Meal replacement / MRP | 200 – 500 mg per serve | Standard inclusion in MRP formulas |
| Pet / animal nutrition | As per formulation spec | Essential in cat food formulas |
| General food use (powder) | 400 – 2000 mg per day | Typical inclusion rate in nutritional products |
- Dissolve in water before adding to drinks or liquid formulas for even mixing
- Stable under normal food processing conditions including moderate heat
- Combine with L-Lysine and L-Methionine to complete plant-based amino acid profiles
- For capsule or tablet use, blend with excipients before compression
- Prepared aqueous solution is stable for up to 1 week refrigerated
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
- Keep container tightly sealed after every use
- Keep container tightly sealed — mildly hygroscopic, may clump if exposed to moisture
- Shelf life: 24 months from manufacture date when stored correctly
Usage levels are indicative. Always comply with FSANZ Standard 1.3.1 for permitted levels in specific food categories. Benario / AuSaMicS Pty Ltd accepts no responsibility for use outside recommended guidelines.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | 2-aminoethanesulphonic acid |
| CAS number | 107-35-7 |
| Molecular formula | C₂H₇NO₃S |
| Molecular weight | 125.14 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Dye content (purity) | ≥ 85% |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water |
| pH (1% solution) | 6.0 – 8.0 |
| Loss on drying | ≤ 15% |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 mg/kg |
| Arsenic | ≤ 3 mg/kg |
| Lead | ≤ 2 mg/kg |
| Mercury | ≤ 1 mg/kg |
| Applicable standard | FSANZ, EU , FAO/WHO JECFA |
| Size | Best for |
|---|---|
| 100g | Home use, personal nutrition, testing |
| 500g | Regular users, small batch production |
| 2kg | Frequent users, catering businesses |
Certificate of Analysis (COA) available on request — info@benario.com.au
Specifications represent typical values. Batch-specific results are confirmed in the COA. Contact us for the most current batch documentation.
Taurine is an essential amino acid found naturally in meat, dairy, eggs and legumes. Pure food-grade powder with excellent water solubility and a neutral, very mild taste. Popular among food manufacturers, nutrition formulators and fitness enthusiasts as a food ingredient and protein fortifier.
- Approved food additive in Australia, EU and many international markets
- Well tolerated at normal dietary levels; naturally abundant in meat, dairy and eggs
- Naturally occurring essential amino acid found in protein-rich foods
- Avoid contact with eyes — rinse with water if contact occurs
- Wear gloves when handling larger quantities — stains skin temporarily
- Keep powder out of reach of children
| Route | Action |
|---|---|
| Skin contact | Wash with soap and water. Staining is temporary. |
| Eye contact | Rinse with clean water for 15 minutes. Seek medical advice if irritation persists. |
| Ingestion (large amount) | Seek medical advice. Show this label to the doctor. |
| Inhalation | Move to fresh air. Seek medical advice if symptoms persist. |
| Hazard category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Physical hazards | Not classified |
| Health hazards | Not classified — naturally occurring amino acid |
| Environmental hazards | Not classified |
| Signal word | None required |
Full SDS available on request — info@benario.com.au
This is a summary for general guidance only. It does not replace a full Safety Data Sheet. For commercial use, request the full SDS before handling. AuSaMicS Pty Ltd (ABN 56 676 640 467) accepts no liability for misuse of this product.
Have a question not answered here? Contact us at info@benario.com.au — we typically respond within 1 business day.
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