About Time BCAA Hydration Powder, Orange Cream supplement bottle
About Time

BCAA Hydration Powder, Orange Cream

What We Researched
20 active ingredients analyzed · 5 inactive ingredients decoded · 4 brand certifications checked · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
76
Product Score Fair
88
Brand Score Good

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 600mg 667%
Calcium (as Calcium Phosphate) 100mg 8%
Magnesium 8.5mg 2%
Potassium (as Potassium Citrate, Potassium Glutamate) 9.5mg <1%
Vegan Instantized BCAAs (as InstaAminos®) 4,000 mg **
L-Leucine 2,000 mg **
L-Isoleucine 1,000 mg **
L-Valine 1,000 mg **
L-Glutamine 4,000 mg **
L-Citrulline 2,000 mg **
Coconut Water Powder 500 mg **
Tri Calcium Phosphate 100 mg **
Sodium Chloride 100 mg **
TRAACS® Magnesium 100 mg **
Potassium Citrate 25 mg **
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) Fair
  • Calcium (as Calcium Phosphate) Fair
  • Magnesium Good
  • Potassium (as Potassium Citrate, Potassium Glutamate) Good
  • Vegan Instantized BCAAs (as InstaAminos®) Good
  • L-Leucine Good
  • L-Isoleucine Good
  • L-Valine Good
  • L-Glutamine Good
  • L-Citrulline Good
  • Coconut Water Powder Fair
  • Tri Calcium Phosphate Good
  • Sodium Chloride Fair
  • TRAACS® Magnesium Good
  • Potassium Citrate Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Natural Flavors
  • Citric Acid
  • Monk Fruit Extract
  • Beta Carotene (For Color)
  • Stevia
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 600mg Effective
  • Calcium (as Calcium Phosphate) 100mg Under-dosed
  • Magnesium 8.5mg Under-dosed
  • Potassium (as Potassium Citrate, Potassium Glutamate) 9.5mg Under-dosed
  • Vegan Instantized BCAAs (as InstaAminos®) 4,000 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Leucine 2,000 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Isoleucine 1,000 mg High
  • L-Valine 1,000 mg Effective
  • L-Glutamine 4,000 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Citrulline 2,000 mg Under-dosed
  • Tri Calcium Phosphate 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Sodium Chloride 100 mg Under-dosed
  • TRAACS® Magnesium 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Potassium Citrate 25 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 0 0%
Total Fat 0g 0%
Sodium 40mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 1%
Total Sugars 4g
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 600mg 667%
Calcium (as Calcium Phosphate) 100mg 8%
Magnesium 8.5mg 2%
Potassium (as Potassium Citrate, Potassium Glutamate) 9.5mg <1%
Vegan Instantized BCAAs (as InstaAminos®) 4,000 mg **
L-Leucine 2,000 mg **
L-Isoleucine 1,000 mg **
L-Valine 1,000 mg **
L-Glutamine 4,000 mg **
L-Citrulline 2,000 mg **
Coconut Water Powder 500 mg **
Tri Calcium Phosphate 100 mg **
Sodium Chloride 100 mg **
TRAACS® Magnesium 100 mg **
Potassium Citrate 25 mg **

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Natural Flavors Safe

Improves taste of chewable, gummy, or liquid supplements.

Citric Acid Safe

Adds tartness and acts as a natural preservative. Also aids in ingredient stability.

Monk Fruit Extract Safe

Provides sweetness without calories or blood sugar impact.

Beta Carotene (For Color) Safe

It provides a yellow or orange color to the product.

Stevia Safe

It is used as a sweetener.

Price Comparison

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Brand Trust Report
About Time

Founded 2008 · Pittsburgh, PA, USA · 18 products · tryabouttime.com/

Certifications

4 certifications
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Nsf Gmp Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source

Transparency

5 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Coa Availability — Claimed Source
Testing Lab Disclosure — Claimed Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

1 incident
Fda Warning Violations addressed by the company.2015-11-30Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is About Time BCAA Hydration Powder, Orange Cream a good supplement?

About Time BCAA Hydration Powder, Orange Cream received a product quality score of 76/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 20 active ingredients with 20 servings per container. All 5 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, About Time, holds a brand trust score of 88/100 with 4 verified certifications including Fda Gmp Inspections, Non Gmo Project, Nsf Gmp, Usda Organic.

What are the ingredients in About Time BCAA Hydration Powder, Orange Cream?

About Time BCAA Hydration Powder, Orange Cream contains 20 active ingredients: Calories (0), Total Fat (0g), Sodium (40mg), Total Carbohydrate (4g), Total Sugars (4g), Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) (600mg), and 14 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 667% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is About Time BCAA Hydration Powder, Orange Cream safe to take?

About Time BCAA Hydration Powder, Orange Cream has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. All 5 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are rated safe based on regulatory data and published safety research. This is a clean formulation with no controversial additives. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is About Time a trustworthy supplement brand?

About Time receives a brand trust score of 88/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, USA, the company offers 18 products in their lineup. They hold 4 verified certifications including Fda Gmp Inspections, Non Gmo Project, Nsf Gmp, Usda Organic. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: About Time has 1 historical regulatory incident on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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