Blackmarket Labs RAW Beta-Alanine is exactly what the name says: pure beta-alanine, 3.2g per serving, nothing else in the tub. That 3.2g is the clinical dose, the amount documented in the research that established beta-alanine's effects on muscular endurance and lactate buffering. Most pre-workouts include beta-alanine at 1.5 to 2g, which is functional but below the level where carnosine saturation consistently shows up in studies. This lets you hit the real dose, or top off a pre-workout that under-delivers. 192 grams per bottle, 60 servings.†
Supplement Facts: Blackmarket Labs RAW Beta-Alanine (Per Serving / 60 Servings)
- Beta-Alanine: 3.2g (3,200mg)
- 192 grams per bottle
- 60 servings
- Single ingredient, RAW series
- California Prop 65 Warning applies.
How Beta-Alanine Actually Works
Beta-alanine combines with naturally occurring histidine in your body to form carnosine at the cellular level. Carnosine buffers the buildup of hydrogen ions during intense training, which is what causes the burning sensation and forces you to stop the set. More carnosine means more time before fatigue takes over.†
Why Not Just Take Carnosine
It sounds logical, but it is actually less effective. Carnosine is made in the body by combining beta-alanine and histidine. When you digest carnosine, it breaks itself back down into beta-alanine and histidine before entering the bloodstream. You have added a step and reduced the total beta-alanine absorbed. Taking beta-alanine directly is the more efficient route.†
About the Tingling
Beta-alanine causes a skin-tingling sensation called paresthesia, especially at larger doses. It is a harmless, well-documented response, not a warning sign, and it typically fades with consistent use. If it bothers you, splitting the dose across the day reduces it.†
Consistency Matters More Than Timing
Beta-alanine works by saturating muscle carnosine stores over weeks, not by acting acutely in a single session. Taking it daily matters far more than taking it right before you train, including on rest days.†
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need to take it pre-workout?
Not necessarily. Daily consistency drives the results. Many people take it pre-workout out of habit, but any time of day works.† -
Can I add it to a pre-workout that already has beta-alanine?
Yes, and that is a common use. If your pre-workout has 1.6g, adding this gets you to the full clinical dose.† -
Is the tingling dangerous?
No. Paresthesia is a harmless side effect of beta-alanine at larger doses.† -
Is it appropriate for tested athletes?
Beta-alanine is not prohibited by WADA or NCAA.†
How to Take Blackmarket Labs RAW Beta-Alanine
Mix 1 serving (3.2g) with water or your preferred beverage daily. Can be split into smaller doses through the day to reduce tingling. Take consistently, including on non-training days. Not for anyone under 18. Consult a physician before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or having a medical condition.
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- Authorized Blackmarket Labs retailer, carrying RAW Beta-Alanine alongside BULK and the full Blackmarket lineup
- Staff who can help you build a stack from raw single ingredients
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Who Should Exercise Caution
- Not for anyone under 18
- Not for pregnant or nursing women
- Consult a physician before use if taking any prescription medications or having any medical condition
- California Prop 65 Warning applies.
- Keep out of reach of children.
†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.