Molekula
Glycylglycine (Gly-gly)
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Glycylglycine (Gly-gly) is a dipeptide composed of two glycine molecules, commonly used in biochemical research and peptide synthesis. It serves as a model compound for studying peptide bonding and enzyme activity. Available in powder form with a molecular weight of 132.12 g/mol, CAS number 556-50-3, and stored at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies Glycylglycine 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 — $70.90 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.2% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 0.02% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.15% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 10ppm |
| Assay (Titration) | 98.5% - 100.5% |
| Other amino acids | Not detectable |
| Transmittance | ≥ 95.0% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 30ppm |
| Arsenic trioxide (As2O3) | ≤ 1ppm |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.02% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 215 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00000005 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 11163 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 38773648 |
| CAS Number | 556-50-3 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-[(2-aminoacetyl)amino]acetic acid |
| EC Number | 209-127-8 |
| Molecular Formula | NH2CH2CONHCH2COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 132.12 |
| Exact Mass | 132.0535 |
| SMILES | C(C(=O)NCC(=O)O)N |
| InChIKey | YMAWOPBAYDPSLA-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H8N2O3/c5-1-3(7)6-2-4(8)9/h1-2,5H2,(H,6,7)(H,8,9) |
| PubChem CID | 11163 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29241980 |
| Tariff Code | 2924190090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Glycylglycine used for?
Glycylglycine is used as a building block in peptide synthesis and as a reagent in biochemical research.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Glycylglycine?
The formula is NH2CH2CONHCH2COOH with a molecular weight of 132.12 g/mol.
How should Glycylglycine be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of Glycylglycine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Glycylglycine in reagent grade.
Can Molekula supply Glycylglycine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Glycylglycine in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a Glycylglycine order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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