Performance
Citrulline Malate
Also known as: CM
Citrulline bound to malic acid. The malic acid may add endurance benefits through Krebs cycle support.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Citrulline Malate product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Transparent Labs BULK Pre-Workout | 90 A | $1.67 |
| 2 | Nutricost Pre-Workout For Women Powder | 89 A | $0.73 |
| 3 | Nutricost Pre-Workout Complex | 89 A | $0.83 |
| 4 | Nutricost Nitric Oxide Booster | 76 B+ | $0.28 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Citrulline Malate should I take?
The typical range is 6-8 g citrulline malate (2:1 ratio). Safe long-term
When should I take Citrulline Malate?
30-60 min before exercise. Optional.
Which form of Citrulline Malate is best?
Powder — Sour taste. Other forms in the catalog: Capsules.
Is Citrulline Malate safe?
Commonly reported: GI upset at high doses. Serious warnings: None. Safe
Which Citrulline Malate supplement scores highest?
Transparent Labs BULK Pre-Workout, at 90/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Daily target & upper limit
6 g / dayCitrulline Malate has an established daily reference intake. See best forms, label synonyms, upper-limit warnings, and top-scoring supplements:
Citrulline Malate dosage reference →Primary uses
- Endurance
- Pumps
- Recovery
- Blood flow
How it works
- Citrulline converts to arginine for NO
- Malate is Krebs cycle intermediate
- May reduce muscle soreness
Dosage
- Typical range
- 6-8 g citrulline malate (2:1 ratio)
- Timing
- 30-60 min before exercise
- With food
- Optional
- Duration
- Safe long-term
- Special populations
- Athletes wanting pumps/endurance
Forms
- Powder
- Capsules
Safety
Common side effects
- GI upset at high doses
Contraindications
- None
Products containing Citrulline Malate
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Citrulline Malate on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Popular pre-workout ingredient
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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