Scitec BCAA-X

🧬 1200mg of BCAAs per daily dose — the maintenance protocol

At 1200mg of BCAAs per 2-capsule daily dose, BCAA-X provides a consistent daily BCAA maintenance contribution rather than the high-dose acute supplementation of powder formats. This positioning is appropriate for athletes who consume significant protein from food and protein shakes (each serving of Scitec 100% Whey Protein Professional provides approximately 3.4g of naturally occurring BCAAs) and want an additional daily BCAA supplement to top up their intake with minimal effort at convenient timing windows. The 2:1:1 ratio (L-leucine 600mg / L-isoleucine 300mg / L-valine 300mg) maintains the leucine-dominant ratio across the supplemental dose.

💊 84% BCAA granular — high purity in a compact capsule

Each capsule contains 84% BCAA granular blend — significantly above the active ingredient concentration of many competing BCAA capsule products, where large amounts of bulking agents dilute the BCAA content per capsule. The high 84% active content means each of the two daily capsules delivers a concentrated BCAA dose with minimal excipient overhead.

📅 90-day supply — the ultimate daily maintenance format

The 180-capsule format provides 90 daily doses — 3 full months of continuous supplementation at the recommended 2 capsules per day. For athletes who want to maintain consistent BCAA supplementation without frequent re-ordering, the 3-month supply is one of the most convenient supply durations available in the Scitec BCAA range.

🌙 Before sleep — the anti-catabolic nighttime application

Scitec specifically recommends BCAA-X before sleep as an alternative to post-workout consumption. During sleep, the body enters an extended fasting period during which muscle protein balance can shift toward net catabolism. Two capsules of BCAA-X before sleep provides a leucine stimulus (600mg) that partially activates mTOR signalling — complementing the more comprehensive overnight strategy of Scitec 100% Casein Complex while adding a direct BCAA contribution at minimal effort.

✈️ Travel and portability — the most portable BCAA format

Two capsules with a glass of water — no shaker, no powder, no measuring, no flavour consideration. BCAA-X travels in any pocket or bag without leaking, clumping or requiring any preparation infrastructure. For athletes who travel frequently and want to maintain daily BCAA supplementation regardless of location, BCAA-X is the most practical format available.

🎯 Goal guide

🏋️ Mass gain — daily maintenance addition: 2 caps/day post-workout or before sleep, alongside a protein shake. A low-effort daily BCAA top-up to existing protein intake.

🔥 Weight loss / cutting: 2 caps/day. Consistent daily leucine stimulus supports muscle protein synthesis during caloric restriction without adding any calories or preparation burden.

⚖️ Body recomposition — travel and busy schedules: 2 caps/day. The most portable and convenient daily BCAA maintenance format for athletes with unpredictable schedules.

Serving suggestion

Take 2 capsules per day with a large glass of water. Scitec recommends consuming after training or before sleep. The 2-capsule format requires no preparation — swallow with water at the appropriate daily timing moment.

Best times to take it

🏋️ After training (primary recommendation)

2 capsules within 30 minutes of finishing training provides a leucine stimulus during the post-workout anabolic window. For athletes who are already consuming a protein shake post-workout, BCAA-X adds a supplemental BCAA dose alongside the naturally occurring BCAAs from the protein matrix — useful for athletes who want to maximise the combined BCAA exposure during the recovery window.

🌙 Before sleep (alternative — anti-catabolic)

Scitec’s recommended alternative timing: 2 capsules 30 minutes before sleep provides a leucine stimulus that partially activates mTOR-driven muscle protein synthesis during the period when the body transitions to the overnight catabolic state. For athletes who do not use Scitec 100% Casein Complex before sleep, BCAA-X represents a minimal, low-effort bedtime BCAA contribution at zero calories.

📅 Every day — consistency over intensity

BCAA-X is a daily maintenance product — its benefit is cumulative and consistent rather than acute and high-dose. Taking 2 capsules every day, regardless of training status, maintains a steady daily BCAA supplementation contribution that compounds over the 90-day supply window.

Supply duration guide

Full ingredient list

Branched-chain amino acids granular 84% (L-leucine 42%, L-isoleucine 21%, L-valine 21%), capsule shell [gelatin, glazing agent (shellac), colour (iron oxides and hydroxides), acidity regulators (ammonium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide)].

Key ingredient breakdown

Allergens

No allergens declared in the active formula. Cross-contamination risk: produced in a facility processing milk, egg, gluten, soy, peanuts, nuts, celery, fish, crustaceans, molluscs and sulphur dioxide. The capsule shell contains gelatin and shellac — not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. Always refer to the current product label for the most up-to-date allergen information.

Product characteristics:

• 1200mg BCAAs (2:1:1) per 2-capsule daily dose
• L-Leucine 600mg / L-Isoleucine 300mg / L-Valine 300mg
• 84% BCAA granular per capsule
• 180 capsules — 90-day supply
• Gelatin + shellac capsule — not suitable for vegetarians or vegans
• No allergens declared in the active formula

Active ingredient content per daily dose (2 capsules)

Nutritional values per 2-capsule serving

BCAA comparison across the Scitec catalogue

Formats disponibles

Q1 — Why choose BCAA-X capsules over BCAA 6400 tablets or BCAA Xpress powder?

Each format serves a different primary use case. BCAA Xpress powder (5000mg/serving) and BCAA 6400 tablets (4480mg/dose) are designed for high-dose acute BCAA supplementation around training — large BCAA boluses timed specifically for pre or post-workout windows. BCAA-X is a daily maintenance supplement — 2 capsules providing 1200mg of BCAAs at any convenient moment, with zero preparation and maximum portability. It is the appropriate choice for athletes who are already consuming significant BCAAs from protein shakes and food, and want a lightweight daily BCAA maintenance habit rather than an additional dedicated high-dose product. The 90-day supply duration and the ease of simply taking 2 capsules at any moment make BCAA-X the most frictionless daily BCAA supplementation habit available in the Scitec range.

Q2 — Is 1200mg of BCAAs per day enough to have a meaningful effect?

The 1200mg per daily dose from BCAA-X is best understood as a supplemental maintenance dose on top of dietary BCAA intake from food and protein shakes — not as a standalone high-dose BCAA protocol. A single serving of Scitec 100% Whey Protein Professional already provides approximately 3.4g of naturally occurring BCAAs per 22g protein serving. The additional 1200mg from BCAA-X contributes to the combined daily BCAA total — particularly the supplemental leucine dose of 600mg, which adds to the mTOR signalling stimulus from the whey protein’s naturally occurring leucine. For athletes seeking maximum dedicated BCAA dosing, BCAA Xpress powder (5000mg per serving) or BCAA 6400 tablets (4480mg per dose) are the more appropriate choices.

Q3 — Why is BCAA-X not suitable for vegetarians when BCAA 6400 tablets are?

BCAA-X uses a standard gelatin capsule shell with shellac glazing — both animal-derived ingredients (gelatin from bovine or porcine collagen; shellac from the lac insect resin). BCAA 6400 uses a compressed tablet format with cellulose gel — entirely plant-derived, with no gelatin or shellac. The active BCAA content in both products is fermentation-derived and vegan-compatible — the vegetarian/vegan incompatibility of BCAA-X is entirely due to the capsule shell rather than the amino acid content. Athletes who require vegetarian or vegan-compatible BCAA supplementation should choose BCAA 6400 tablets, BCAA Xpress powder or BCAA + Glutamine Xpress powder.

Q4 — Can BCAA-X be taken before sleep alongside Scitec 100% Casein Complex?

Yes — this is a practical pre-sleep combination. Scitec 100% Casein Complex (22 to 23g of slow-releasing casein protein) covers the large-volume overnight amino acid release strategy, while BCAA-X (2 capsules, 1200mg BCAAs including 600mg leucine) adds a direct BCAA bolus at the same timing moment. The two products are complementary: casein provides the sustained overnight amino acid supply; BCAA-X provides the targeted leucine stimulus that initiates mTOR signalling. For athletes who want maximum overnight amino acid coverage without adding another powder preparation step, this combination is the most convenient protocol.

Q5 — How does the 90-day supply duration of BCAA-X compare to other BCAA products in the catalogue?

At 2 capsules per day, 180 capsules provides 90 days — 3 months of uninterrupted daily supplementation from a single pack. BCAA Xpress powder (280g / 40 servings) provides 40 training days. BCAA + Glutamine Xpress (600g / 100 servings at 6g) provides 100 single-dose servings. BCAA 6400 tablets (375 tabs / 75 daily doses at 5 tabs) provides 75 days at the standard protocol. BCAA-X’s 90-day supply is the longest single-pack supply duration in the Scitec BCAA range — minimising re-ordering frequency for athletes who use it consistently as a daily habit.