A-Ketoglutaric Acid

China [CN]

II. Core Functions

Key intermediate in the tricarboxylic acid cycle

Core substance for cellular energy metabolism, boosting energy and combating fatigue

Promotes amino acid absorption and muscle synthesis

Commonly used in sports nutrition, muscle building, and physical recovery

Liver protection and detoxification

Combines with ammonia to form glutamine, assisting in ammonia excretion and protecting the liver

Immune regulation

Supports immune cell function and improves overall health

Synergistic with glutathione and SAMe

Participates in in vivo antioxidant and methylation cycles

III. Main Applications

Sports nutrition supplements (α-KG, arginine, α-ketoglutarate, etc.)

Liver-protecting and anti-fatigue health products

Cell culture medium raw material

Food additives and pharmaceutical intermediates