Glycine CAS#56-40-6
Glycine is a white, odourless crystalline powder with a mild sweet flavour. Its aqueous solution exhibits acidic reaction when tested with litmus paper. Approximately 1 gram of glycine can dissolve in around 4 millilitres of water. The compound shows only trace solubility in alcohols and ethers. Multiple production routes are available for manufacturing glycine. It can be synthesized via the reaction between chloroacetic acid and ammonia, or extracted from protein raw materials including gelatin and silk fibroin. Other feasible processes employ ammonium bicarbonate together with sodium cyanide, catalytic cleavage of serine, or the reaction of hydrobromic acid with methyleneaminoacetonitrile.
Glycine Chemical Properties |
Melting point | 240 °C (dec.) (lit.) |
Boiling point | 233°C |
density | 1.595 |
bulk density | 920kg/m3 |
vapor pressure | 0.0000171 Pa (25 °C) |
FEMA | 3287 | GLYCINE |
refractive index | 1.4264 (estimate) |
Fp | 176.67°C |
storage temp. | 2-8°C |
solubility | H2O: 100 mg/mL |
form | powder |
pka | 2.35(at 25℃) |
color | <5 (200 mg/mL)(APHA) |
PH | 4(0.2 molar aqueous solution) |
Odor | Odorless |
PH Range | 4 |
Odor Type | odorless |
biological source | synthetic |
Water Solubility | 25 g/100 mL (25 ºC) |
λmax | λ: 260 nm Amax: 0.05 |
JECFA Number | 1421 |
Merck | 14,4491 |
BRN | 635782 |
Stability: | Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. |
Cosmetics Ingredients Functions | ANTISTATIC |
InChIKey | DHMQDGOQFOQNFH-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
LogP | -3.21 |
CAS DataBase Reference | 56-40-6(CAS DataBase Reference) |
NIST Chemistry Reference | Glycine(56-40-6) |
EPA Substance Registry System | Glycine (56-40-6) |
Absorption | ≤0.15 at 280 at 1M |
CAS Number Unlabeled | 73-32-5 |
Safety Information |
Risk Statements | 33 |
Safety Statements | 22-24/25 |
WGK Germany | 2 |
RTECS | MB7600000 |
TSCA | TSCA listed |
HS Code | 29224910 |
Hazardous Substances Data | 56-40-6(Hazardous Substances Data) |
Toxicity | LD50 orally in Rabbit: 7930 mg/kg |
Product Application of Glycine CAS#56-40-6
Glycine is a nonessential amino acid that functions as a nutrient and dietary supplement. it has a solubility of 1 g in 4 ml of water and is abundant in collagen. it is used to mask the bitter aftertaste of saccharin, for example, in artificially sweetened soft drinks. it retards rancidity in fat.
glycine is an amino acid used as a texturizer in cosmetic formulations. It makes up approximately 30 percent of the collagen molecule.
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Inventory 2-3 working days New production 7-10 working days
H2: Product Application
H3: Food & Beverage Industry
As a flavor modifier and antioxidant stabilizer, glycine effectively covers bitter and metallic off-notes in low-calorie beverages, seasonings, surimi products and baked food. It can chelate metal ions to inhibit fat oxidation and delay oil rancidity, extending shelf life of nut products, margarine and canned food. It also serves as nutritional fortifier to supplement amino acids in functional food.
H3: Nutritional & Dietary Supplement
It is widely applied in amino acid compound powder, sports nutrition formulas and joint-health supplements. As the simplest amino acid, glycine participates in collagen and creatine synthesis, supporting body tissue repair. It features high water solubility and mild taste, easy to formulate into tablets, capsules and oral sachets.
H3: Cosmetic & Personal Care
Acts as texturizer, humectant and pH buffer in skincare, hair care and oral care products. It is an important component of collagen structure, helping maintain skin moisture and soothe skin irritation. It stabilizes formula system and improves texture of creams, lotions and facial masks.
H3: Pharmaceutical Raw Material
Used as raw material for amino acid infusion and oral compound preparations, and serves as buffering agent for tablets and vitamin formulations. It can also be applied in biochemical culture medium and laboratory buffer solution for biological research.
H3: Animal Feed & Additive
Added to livestock, poultry and pet feed to balance amino acid composition, improve feed utilization rate and promote animal growth. It can reduce stress response of breeding animals and enhance nutrient absorption efficiency.
H3: Industrial & Pesticide Intermediate
Serves as key intermediate for herbicide glyphosate synthesis. It is also used as complexing agent and additive in electroplating liquid and fertilizer additives.
H2: Packaging & Transportation
H3: Available Packing Options
Bulk commercial shipment: 25kg kraft paper bag with double PE inner liner
Trial & small order: 1kg / 5kg aluminum foil sealed bag
Customized packaging, labels and marking are available upon request.
H3: Storage & Handling Guidance
White crystalline powder. Store in cool, dry and well-ventilated warehouse. Keep packages tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Avoid direct sunlight and heavy stacking pressure. Shelf life: 24 months under proper storage conditions.
H3: Shipment & Export Documents
This product is non-dangerous goods for transportation. We support sea freight, air freight and international express. Loading ports: Tianjin, Shanghai, Qingdao. Full export documents including COA, SDS, commercial invoice, packing list and certificate of origin can be supplied for customs clearance.
H2: After-sales Service
H3: Batch Quality Guarantee
Every batch will go through internal QC inspection before shipment, and COA will be provided together. Third-party inspection like SGS is acceptable before loading.
H3: Technical Support
Our technical team provides formulation suggestion, SDS revision and specification consultation. Reply for technical inquiries within 24 working hours.
H3: Quality Complaint Handling
If confirmed quality inconsistency after goods arrival, we will negotiate feasible solutions including re-delivery, partial compensation or refund based on inspection evidence.
H2: Customer Cases
We supply glycine for global clients covering food factories, nutraceutical manufacturers, cosmetic plants and feed additive distributors.
Peru food additive importer, regular bulk purchase for beverage and seasoning production
Southeast Asia dietary supplement factory, long-term cooperation for amino acid compound formulations
European cosmetic raw material distributor, for skincare and mask formulations
Middle East feed manufacturer, for animal nutrition additive
H2: FAQ
H3: Q1: What grades can you supply?
A: Food grade, Feed grade and Pharma grade are available, purity ≥99.0%. It meets FCC, USP and AJI standards.
H3: Q2: Can I get samples for lab testing?
A: Free small samples (10–100g) are available. Buyers only bear the courier freight cost.
H3: Q3: What payment terms are negotiable?
A: T/T, L/C at sight and Western Union are acceptable.
H3: Q4: Is glycine hazardous cargo?
A: Glycine is non-hazardous crystalline powder, no IMDG dangerous goods documents required for shipment.
H3: Q5: Can you adjust specifications for large orders?
A: Yes, customized indicators can be developed for large-volume orders with special formulation requirements.
H3: Q6: What is the MOQ?
A: MOQ starts from 1 bag (25kg). Small trial orders are welcomed.
