AMES, Iowa—Metabolic Technologies, Inc. (MTI) has received NSF International’s good manufacturing practices (GMP) certification for its manufacturing facility in Jiangsu, China.

MTI’s Jiangsu facility, Jiangyin TSI Pharmaceuticals Co. Ltd., manufactures its HMB and BetaTOR™ ingredients. HMB, ( ß-hydroxy ß-methylbutyrate) is a naturally occurring substance in the human body that, when supplemented, has been clinically demonstrated to improve the effects of weight training, enhance indicators of endurance, and assist in recovery.

"NSF International is a highly reputable organization, and we're pleased that this unbiased, independent review has provided formal, public affirmation of our outstanding commitment to high quality manufacturing practices," said Shawn Baier, COO of MTI.

In March, MTI’s John Rathmacher spoke at the Innovation Ingredient Symposium for bone, joint and muscle health in Shanghai, China.