Molekula
Glycine
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Glycine is the simplest amino acid, used in biochemical research, pharmaceuticals, and as a feed additive. It functions as a neurotransmitter and is involved in protein synthesis. Available in powder form with a molecular weight of 75.06 g/mol, CAS number 56-40-6, and molecular formula NH₂CH₂COOH. Stable at ambient storage conditions with no signal word. Molekula supplies Glycine 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 — £19.10 per pack ex VAT · £22.92 inc. VAT
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500 g — £27.00 per pack ex VAT · £32.40 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £30.30 per pack ex VAT · £36.36 inc. VAT
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5 kg — £116.90 per pack ex VAT · £140.28 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Grade | USP Specification |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 0.001% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.2% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.007% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| Assay (dried basis) | ≥ 98.5% |
| UV Absorption (280nm) | ≤ 0.1 (1M aq.) |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.0065% |
| Protease | Not detected |
| DNase | Not detected |
| RNAse | Not detected |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
For research use only. Not for human use.
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 290 °C decomposes |
| Density | 1.161 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Insoluble in ethanol, ethyl ether, slightly soluble in acetone; very soluble in water |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00000013 mmHg |
| pKa | pKa = 2.37 (at 20 °C) |
| log P (octanol/water) | -3.21 |
Source: PubChem CID 750 (HSDB, Haz-Map, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 70255645 |
| CAS Number | 56-40-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-aminoacetic acid |
| EC Number | 200-272-2 |
| Molecular Formula | NH2CH2COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 75.06 |
| Exact Mass | 75.032 |
| SMILES | C(C(=O)O)N |
| InChIKey | DHMQDGOQFOQNFH-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H5NO2/c3-1-2(4)5/h1,3H2,(H,4,5) |
| PubChem CID | 750 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2922.49.4300 |
| Tariff Code | 2922498517 |
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, 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-Aminoacetic acid
- Aciport
- aminoacetic acid
- Aminoethanoic acid
- Glicoamin
- Glycocoll
- Glycolixir
- Glycosthene
- Hampshire glycine
- Padil
Frequently asked questions
What is glycine used for?
Glycine is commonly used in biochemical research, as a building block in peptide synthesis, and in the production of pharmaceuticals and dietary supplements.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of glycine?
The chemical formula of glycine is NH2CH2COOH, and its molecular weight is 75.06 g/mol.
How should glycine be stored?
Glycine should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of glycine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies glycine in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and research applications.
Can Molekula supply glycine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply glycine in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a glycine order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available upon request.
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