Molekula
BICINE (N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)glycine)
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
BICINE (N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)glycine) is a zwitterionic buffer commonly used in biochemical and molecular biology applications to maintain stable pH conditions. It is particularly effective in the pH range of 6.8 to 9.2. Available with a CAS number of 150-25-4, its molecular formula is C6H13NO4 and molecular weight is 163.17 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and has no signal word. Molekula supplies BICINE from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £43.60 per pack ex VAT · £52.32 inc. VAT
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500 g — £133.90 per pack ex VAT · £160.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | 98 - 101% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 12695448 |
| CAS Number | 150-25-4 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]acetic acid |
| EC Number | 205-755-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H13NO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 163.17 |
| Exact Mass | 163.0845 |
| SMILES | C(CO)N(CCO)CC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | FSVCELGFZIQNCK-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H13NO4/c8-3-1-7(2-4-9)5-6(10)11/h8-9H,1-5H2,(H,10,11) |
| PubChem CID | 8761 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2922.50.5000 |
| Tariff Code | 2922500090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 2-(bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino)acetic acid
- Bicene
- Bicine
- DHEG
- Diethanol glycine
- Diethylolglycine
- Dihydroxyethylglycine
- Glycine, N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-
- N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)glycine
- N,N-Dihydroxyethyl glycine
Frequently asked questions
What is BICINE used for?
BICINE is commonly used as a buffering agent in biochemical and molecular biology applications, particularly in enzyme assays and electrophoresis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of BICINE?
The formula is C6H13NO4 and the molecular weight is 163.17 g/mol.
How should BICINE be stored?
BICINE should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of BICINE does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies BICINE in analytical grade, suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply BICINE in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply BICINE in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a BICINE order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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