Taurine powder manufacturer is a high-purity, sulfur-containing amino sulfonic acid widely used as a functional nutritional ingredient in pet food, pet supplements, and selected animal feed formulations. Chemically known as 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid, taurine plays important physiological roles in bile acid conjugation, retinal function, cellular osmoregulation, and normal cardiac function.
For pet nutritional supplement manufacturer, high-purity taurine powder provides a convenient ingredient for pets dry kibble, wet food, functional treats, nutritional premixes, and specialized pet supplements.
Zenpet supplies bulk taurine powder for animal nutrition applications, supporting ingredient sourcing, specification selection, quality documentation, and international 25kg-1000kg purchasing requirements.
| Parameter | Product details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Taurine Powder |
| Chemical Name | 2-Aminoethanesulfonic Acid |
| Other Names | Taurine, 2-Aminoethane-1-Sulfonic Acid, Aminoethylsulfonic Acid |
| CAS Number | 107-35-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C₂H₇NO₃S |
| Molecular Weight | 125.15 g/mol |
| Ingredient Category | Amino Sulfonic Acid / Nutritional Feed Ingredient |
| Source | Primarily industrial chemical synthesis |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Odor | Odorless or practically odorless |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Typical Assay | 98.5%–101.5%, depending on grade and standard |
| Application | Pet Food, Pet Supplements, Animal Nutrition, Aquaculture Feed |
| Storage | Tightly closed packaging, protected from moisture |
| Shelf Life | Based on validated manufacturer stability data |
| Packaging | 25kg packaging according to supplier quotation |
| Country of Origin | China |
Taurine is an essential dietary nutrient for cats. It is used in dry kibble, wet cat food, kitten formulas, and complete feline diets to support nutritional adequacy, including normal retinal and cardiac function.
Taurine may be incorporated into specialized canine diets and supplements. Formulation decisions should consider the complete diet, sulfur amino acid availability, and veterinary nutritional assessment.
Pet Supplement Manufacturing
Taurine can be incorporated into powder blends, capsules, tablets, soft chews, and nutritional premixes where appropriate for the target species and product positioning.
Aquaculture Nutrition
Taurine is researched as a functional ingredient in fish and shrimp nutrition, particularly in diets with substantial plant-derived protein. Its benefits depend on species, life stage, and diet composition.
For US formulation reference, published AAFCO cat food nutrient profiles specify the following minimum concentrations on a dry-matter basis.
| Product category | Reference taurine concentration | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Dry / extruded cat food | 0.10% DM | 1,000 mg/kg DM |
| Canned / wet cat food | 0.20% DM | 2,000 mg/kg DM |
The 2025 FEDIAF nutritional guidelines provide more detailed recommendations based on energy intake and life stage. For adult cats, the lower-energy-intake reference column recommends 0.13% DM for dry food and 0.27% DM for canned food. These figures refer to total taurine in the finished food, not the amount of taurine powder that must automatically be added.
Taurine and Feline Nutritional Health
Taurine is well established as an essential nutrient in cats. Inadequate dietary taurine can contribute to retinal degeneration, reproductive problems, and dilated cardiomyopathy. This scientific evidence underpins the inclusion of taurine in commercial complete cat food nutrient profiles.
Taurine and Canine Cardiac Nutrition
Research into taurine and canine dilated cardiomyopathy is more complex. Some dogs with cardiac disease have shown improvement following combinations of dietary changes, taurine supplementation, and veterinary treatment, but these observations do not establish that taurine supplementation alone prevents or treats canine heart disease.
Taurine and Aquaculture Feed
Research in selected fish species suggests that dietary taurine may influence growth, nutrient utilization, and physiological performance, especially when fishmeal is partially replaced by plant proteins.
1. Sample available: Taurine powder supplier 10-30g samples could be offered for your R&D trial. Qty: 1ton, Delivery method: FOB/CIF.
2. Quality and Purity: A pet food ingredient supplier ensures that their high-purity taurine powder 99% is of the highest quality and purity. They often use third-party testing and provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to guarantee the product’s safety and efficacy.
3. Our Certificates: Over the years, we have been committed to product manufacture optimization and quality system establishment. We’ve set up the quality management system and obtained certificates for it. We provide ISO9001, Halal, Kosher, etc.
4. Customized Bulk Supply
We support:
✓ Pet food manufacturers
✓ Pet nutritional supplement brands
✓ Veterinary nutraceutical companies
✓ Contract supplement manufacturers
5. Global Export Capability
Markets served:
USA
Europe
Australia
Canada
Middle East
Asia-Pacific
Zenpet can supply taurine powder bulk price with customized active specifications, formulation support, COA documentation, and export-ready quality systems. Contact us today!
References
The following references support the nutritional and regulatory discussion. They do not constitute verification of Zenpet’s individual product specifications.
1. AAFCO — Dog and Cat Food Nutrient Profiles. Reference nutrient concentrations for complete pet food, including taurine requirements for cats. AAFCO documentation.
2. FEDIAF (2025) — Nutritional Guidelines for Complete and Complementary Pet Food for Cats and Dogs. Industry nutritional guidance for European pet food manufacturers. Official guidelines.
3. US FDA — Investigation into Potential Link Between Certain Diets and Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy. Background on dietary factors, taurine, and the limitations of available evidence. FDA investigation.
4. US FDA / Vet-LIRN — Update on Investigation into Dilated Cardiomyopathy. Clinical observations involving veterinary treatment, diet changes, and taurine supplementation. FDA research update.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Standard Packaging | 25 kg drum |
| Custom Packaging | Available |
| Storage Temperature | ≤25°C |
| Protection | Avoid moisture, oxygen, and sunlight |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
