Tryptophan
Core Functions in Animal Nutrition
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A Key Component of Feed FormulationAs one of the limiting amino acids in plant-based feeds (e.g., soybean meal, corn), tryptophan is critical for balancing amino acid profiles. Its supplementation helps maximize the utilization efficiency of dietary protein, avoiding protein waste caused by amino acid imbalances. It is particularly important for poultry and swine: for laying hens, it improves egg production stability; for growingpigs, it promotes uniform growth and reduces stress-induced weight loss.
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- Serotonin: A neurotransmitter that regulates appetite, sleep, and mood. Adequate tryptophan helps reduce stress responses in livestock (e.g., crowding stress, transportation stress) and improves feed intake.
- Niacin (Vitamin B3): Tryptophan can be converted into niacin in the liver, supplementing the vitamin needs of animals and preventing niacin-deficiency diseases such as pellagra.
Precursor of Bioactive MoleculesIn animal bodies, tryptophan is a precursor for two vital substances:
Physiological Roles in Human Health
Industrial Production & Application
| Company Name | Zhongwei Nutrition (Shandong) Co., Ltd. | Country/Region | China |
| Business Type | Retailer | Company Size | 10 |
| Established | February 22, 2023 | ||
| Address | No. 11, Industrial Park Road 1, Donggang Airport Economic Development Zone, Rizhao City, Shandong Province | ||
| Main Products | Zhongwei Nutrition (Shandong) Co., Ltd. was established on February 22, 2023, with its registered address at No. 11, Industrial Park Road 1, Donggang Airport Economic Development Zone, Rizhao City, Shandong Province. The legal representative is Cao Ran. The company's business scope includes general projects: food sales (limited to pre-packaged food); feed additive sales; health food (pre-packaged) sales; internet sales (excluding goods requiring permits); import and export of goods; conference and exhibitio | ||
Zhongwei Nutrition (Shandong) Co., Ltd. was established on February 22, 2023, with its registered address at No. 11, Industrial Park Road 1, Donggang Airport Economic Development Zone, Rizhao City, Shandong Province. The legal representative is Cao Ran. The business scope includes general projects: food sales (pre-packaged only); feed additive sales; health food (pre-packaged) sales; internet sales (excluding goods requiring permits); import and export of goods; conference and exhibition services; marketing planning; organization of cultural and artistic exchange activities; research and development of bio-organic fertilizers; fertilizer sales; agricultural scientific research and experimental development; manufacturing of bio-based materials; sales of bio-based materials; research and development of compound microbial fertilizers; wholesale of pet food and supplies; retail of pet food and supplies. (Except for projects that must be approved by law, business activities are carried out independently in accordance with the business license.) Licensed projects: production of feed additives; feed production; production of audio-visual products; internet sales of publications; production of health food; fertilizer production. (Projects subject to approval by law can only be carried out after approval by relevant departments, and specific business projects are subject to the approval documents or licenses issued by relevant departments.)
