ZEAPLANT®Guanidinoacetic Acid is a preparation of guanidinoacetic acid (GAA) 96 %, granulated with starch. ZEAPLANT®Guanidinoacetic Acid is the innovative form of GAA, an amino acid derivative and precursor of creatine in the body. Creatine is a constituent of central importance in the energy metabolism particularly of muscle cells. Vertebrates can form creatine by de novo synthesis by methylation of GAA. In high yielding animals such as meat type broilers, the capacity of de novo synthesis of creatine might be a limiting factor and supplementation via feed can be beneficial. Such a deficiency can be compensated by using ZEAPLANT®Guanidinoacetic Acid. Beside significant improvements in feed conversion ratio, higher body weight gain and breast meat yield were observed.

FEEDING INSTRUCTIONS

ZEAPLANT®Guanidinoacetic Acid is added to the feed over the entire growth period at 600 to 1,200 g/ton of feed

SPECIFICATION

Substance	Specification
Guanidinoacetic Acid (GAA)	96 % (min.)
Water	1 %(max.)
Starch	1 % (max.)

APPEARANCE

White to slightly beige granulated powder

Bulk density: 550 kg/m3 ± 15 %

Angle of repose: 28 ° ± 15 %

Particle size distribution: 100 % < 1,200 μm | D50 350 μm +/- 20 %

Solubility: max. 4.0 g/l water at 20 °C

MOLECULAR DATA

Molecular formula: C3H7N3O2 Molecular weight: 117.11 g/mol

PRODUCTION

ZEAPLANT®Guanidinoacetic Acid is synthesized from chemical raw materials.

NUTRITIONAL MATRIX

Nutrient	Matrix value
Guanidinoacetic Acid (GAA)	96 %
Digestibility	100 %
Crude protein (N x 6.25)	221 %
Arginine sparing*	≥ 77 %
Energy	[MJ/kg]	[kcal/kg]
AMEN content	10.6	2,540
AMEN sparing	≥ 347	≥ 83,000

* ZEAPLANT®Guanidinoacetic Acid is significantly improves weight gain and feed conversion in arginine- adequate, but particulary in arginine- deficient diets. Recent research has indicated that 1 kg of ZEAPLANT®Guanidinoacetic Acid can spare at least 770 g dietary arginine.

PROCESSING

ZEAPLANT®Guanidinoacetic Acid can be processed into premixes, mineral, and compound feeds by any technical procedure. Its technical properties guarantee homogeneous mixability and stability against demixing.

STORAGE AND STABILITY

ZEAPLANT®Guanidinoacetic Acid is should be kept in unopened original packaging in a cool and dry place, with no direct exposure to the sun. Storage conditions of 5 - 30 °C and 40 - 75 % (41 - 86 °F) relative humidity are recommended. Under these conditions its active content is guaranteed for 3 years from the manufacturing date. The manufacturing date is part of the lot number on the package label.

REGULATORY AFFAIRS

CAS-No.: 352-97-6

Customs tariff number: 292529

Guanidinoacetic Acid is approved for use in chickens for fattening ( broiler) according to European feed law and labeled accordingly. GAA belongs to the category 'nutritional additives' and the functional group 'amino acids, their salts and analogues' with the code 3c3.7.2.

ZEAPLANT®Guanidinoacetic Acid is globally well accepted, however the individual registration status and covered species can be country specific. Please contact your Evonik expert regarding approval and availability in your country. ZEAPLANT®Guanidinoacetic Acid is not subject to dangerous goods regulations.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

ZEAPLANT®Guanidinoacetic Acid can be handled safely. According to EC chemicals legislation, it is non toxic, and, if correctly handled, it does not irritate the skin and mucous membranes. Accordingly, it is not classified as a hazardous chemical. The usual regulations of safety and hygiene for handling of chemicals should be followed.

PRODUCTION PROCESS

1. Raw Material Procurement

2. Cyanamide Reaction

3. Purification

4. Drying

5. Quality Control

6. Packaging

PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT

Atomic Fluorescence Spectrometer

UV-Visible Spectrophotometer (UV-Vis)

Liquid Chromatograph

Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer

Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer

Gas Chromatograph

PRODUCT PACKAGING

25 kg bag net weight / 1000 kg bulk bag net weight.

ABOUT ZEAPLANT®

Welcome to ZEAPLANT, a leading manufacturer of high-quality animal nutrition feed additives. With a deep understanding of the unique demands of the industry, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions for optimizing animal nutrition, health, and performance. In short, we create, select, and deliver.

Our primary product categories include Enzyme Preparation, Guanidinoacetic Acid, Coloring Agents, and more.

Our commitment to quality and innovation has enabled us to establish a strong presence in international markets. Products are exported to Europe, America, Australia, Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, Africa, South Asia and other countries and regions.