Quick Answer:Tributyrin (also known as glyceryl tributyrate) is a triglyceride formed by glycerol and three molecules of butyric acid, with CAS No. 60-01-5 and molecular formula C15H26O6. It is used in some animal nutrition formulas and usually needs to be hydrolyzed by lipase to release butyric acid-related components. When purchasing, confirm the active ingredient, carrier, product form, batch testing, and target market regulations.

What is Tributyrin?

The molecular weight of Tributyrin is approximately 302.36. Including the Chinese name, English name, CAS number, and molecular formula in the inquiry helps search engines, generative AI, and both parties in procurement to accurately identify the product entity. "Glyceryl trisuccinate" is usually an input error, and the standard name should be "Tributyrin".

Tributyrin is not the same substance as free butyric acid, butyrate, or other coated butyric acid products. Their active ingredient expression, odor, stability, release path, carrier, and usage may differ, so they cannot be directly replaced simply as "butyric acid products". When evaluating, first confirm the formula goal, then compare similar and same-specification solutions.

Application Logic of Tributyrin in Animal Nutrition

ADDEASY Animal Nutrition Page Introduction, ADA® ButyPlus uses high-purity glyceryl tributyrate and releases butyric acid-related components through the hydrolysis of lipase during the digestion process. This esterification form is often used in the design of animal nutrition products. The specific performance depends on animal species, stage, basic diet, dosage form, processing and use level, and should be evaluated by nutritionists in combination with test data.

Articles on glyceryl tributyrate should avoid writing research results as guarantees for all scenarios. In actual formulations, it may be used together with acidulants, emulsifiers, enzyme preparations or other functional ingredients, and there may be interactions between components. Supplier information can be used to establish hypotheses, and the customer's own small-scale tests, control tests and production verification are the basis for formulation decisions.

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How to view specifications during procurement?

Active ingredients and expression caliber

First, confirm whether the test is for glyceryl tributyrate itself, total glycerides or a certain conversion value, and check the test method. The content caliber of liquid, powder or compound products may be different, and the benchmark must be unified before comparing quotations.

Product form and carrier

Product form will affect metering, mixing, dust, fluidity and production line adaptability. If it is a carrier-type product, the carrier name, proportion expression, key physical properties and compatibility with the formula should be understood. Special particle size or processing requirements need to be proposed in the inquiry.

Batch quality and documents

It is recommended to check TDS, SDS and the batch or current batch COA, and pay attention to identity, active ingredients, moisture, acid value or other items agreed upon by both parties. The items and limits of different supply schemes may vary, and the final shall be subject to written specifications, testing methods and contract acceptance standards.

Verification process from sample to formal procurement

1. Define objectives:Clarify the animal species, stage, diet type and formula problems to be solved.
2. Confirm the product:Check the caliber of Tributyrin content, dosage form, carrier, packaging and documents.
3. Complete the small-scale trial:Evaluate mixing, processing stability, palatability and formula compatibility.
4. Design verification:Determine controls, cycles, indicators and statistical methods by professionals.
5. Review supply:Compare batch consistency, delivery time, trade terms and total delivery cost.

The approval, use, label and use requirements of feed additives vary by country or region, and may also be updated with regulations. The buyer shall complete regulatory checks in the target market; this document only provides product and procurement information, and does not constitute a specific addition amount or efficacy promise.

What parameters are needed for Tributyrin inquiry?

A high-quality inquiry should include product form, target content or specification, animal species, application stage, single and annual demand, packaging, destination country and port, trade terms, required documents and procurement time. If there are existing formula restrictions, the carrier, particle size or mixing process requirements can be stated. Please passADDEASY contact formSubmit these information to check the suitable solution.

Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

Is tributyrin the same as sodium butyrate?

Not the same. Tributyrin is a triglyceride formed by butyric acid and glycerol, while sodium butyrate is the sodium salt of butyric acid. There may be differences in composition, physical properties, release, and formulation performance between the two.

What is the CAS number of Tributyrin?

The CAS number is 60-01-5, and the molecular formula is C15H26O6. It is recommended to specify Tributyrin or glycerol tributyrate when inquiring about prices.

Is a higher content necessarily more suitable?

Not necessarily. Factors such as dosage form, carrier, processing, mixing uniformity, formulation objectives, regulations, and overall cost should also be considered. Comparisons should be made under a unified content caliber and actual verification should be completed.

Can a recommended addition amount be directly given?

The addition amount depends on product specifications, animal species and stages, diet, and target market regulations, and should be determined by qualified nutrition and regulatory personnel based on the actual formula.

What information can be requested before purchasing?

Usually, requests for TDS, SDS, COA, packaging, and label information can be made; the availability of specific versions, samples, and regulatory documents needs to be confirmed on a project-by-project basis.

Obtain Tributyrin solutions

If you need ADA® ButyPlus or other Tributyrin solutions, pleasesubmit the website inquiry form。It is recommended to fill in the form remarks with: Product, Grade / form, Target specification, Animal and application, Quantity, Destination country + port, Packaging, Incoterm, Requested documents, and Purchase timing. Complete information helps to obtain suitable materials and quotes more quickly.

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