Product Description

Glycine is a chemical compound with various industrial, pharmaceutical, and biochemical applications.

Product:

Glycine

CAS:

56-40-6

Synonym:

Aminoacetic acid; Glycic acid

Structure:

Typical Characteristics

Appearance

Colorless crystalline solid

Density

1.161 g/cm3

Melting point

233 °C

Molecular Weight

75.07

Odor

Odorless

Purity

≥99%

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Glycine used in many
industry applications

Glycine is a chemical compound with various industrial, pharmaceutical, and biochemical applications. Here are some of its uses:

  1. Pharmaceuticals: Glycine is used as a pharmaceutical ingredient in medications and supplements due to its role as a building block for proteins and its involvement in various metabolic processes.
  2. Food Additive: It is utilized as a food additive (E number E640) for various purposes, including as a flavor enhancer, stabilizer, and buffering agent in processed foods and beverages.
  3. Cosmetics and Personal Care: Glycine is used in cosmetics and personal care products, such as skincare formulations and hair care products, for its moisturizing and conditioning properties.
  4. Industrial Applications: It serves as a chemical intermediate in various industrial processes, including the production of polymers, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals.
  5. Biotechnology: Glycine is used in biotechnological applications, such as cell culture media, protein purification, and as a component of buffers for biochemical assays and experiments.
  6. Animal Feed: It may be used as a dietary supplement for livestock and poultry to promote growth and improve feed efficiency.
  7. Health Supplements: Glycine supplements are taken for various health benefits, including supporting muscle growth, improving sleep quality, and promoting cognitive function.
  8. Textile Industry: Glycine finds application in the textile industry as a dyeing assistant and as a chemical additive in textile processing.
  9. Water Treatment: In some applications, glycine is used in water treatment processes as a chelating agent and as a component of pH buffers.
  10. Photography: It has historical use in photography as a component of developer solutions.