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Glycine ACS
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Glycine ACS is an amino acid and the simplest naturally occurring alpha-amino acid, widely used as a buffering agent, pH adjuster, and nutrient in cell culture media, pharmaceutical formulations, and biochemical research. It appears as a white, crystalline, odorless powder with high purity and low impurities, meeting the American Chemical Society’s analytical standards. CAS 56-40-6, molecular formula NH2CH2COOH, molecular weight 75.06 g/mol. Stored at ambient conditions with no signal word required. Molekula supplies Glycine ACS from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 0.001% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.007% |
| Assay | ≥99.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.0065% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
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 | 90028228 |
| 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)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-Aminoacetic acid
- Aciport
- aminoacetic acid
- Aminoethanoic acid
- Glicoamin
- glycine
- Glycocoll
- Glycolixir
- Glycosthene
- Padil
Frequently asked questions
What is Glycine ACS primarily used for?
Glycine ACS is commonly used in biochemical research, pharmaceutical formulations, and as a buffer in molecular biology applications due to its high purity.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Glycine ACS?
The molecular formula is **NH₂CH₂COOH** and the molecular weight is **75.06 g/mol**.
How should Glycine ACS be stored?
Store Glycine ACS at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and strong oxidizing agents.
What purity grade is Glycine ACS?
Glycine ACS meets **American Chemical Society (ACS) reagent grade** standards, ensuring high purity (≥99.0%) for analytical and laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply Glycine ACS in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply Glycine ACS in bulk, with packaging options available to meet your specific volume requirements.
What documentation comes with an order of Glycine ACS?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet for traceability and compliance.
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