Same trusted quality with a brand new look! Packaging may vary PHARMACEUTICAL GRADE: BCAAs are critical for muscle protein synthesis.* Because BCAAs can be used as fuel during exercise, BCAA supplementation can help to preserve existing muscle tissue, so athletes should take before and after exercise.* Try adding BCAA Powder to your favorite protein powder, meal replacement product, or weight-gainer shake. (Quality GMP Assured, Soy Free, Non-GMO, Kosher w/Dairy) The Informed-Sport seal is your assurance that each and every production run of these NOW Sports products has been tested for banned substances by LGC, a globally recognized assurance program for anti-doping in sports nutrition products. In addition to production run testing, Informed-Sport-certified products are also blind-sampled at the retail level up to four times annually, and testing results can be found at informed-sport.com. GMP Quality Assured: NPA A-rated GMP certification means that every aspect of the NOW manufacturing process has been examined, including our laboratory/testing methods (for stability, potency, and product formulation). Packaged in the USA by a family owned and operated company since 1968