Glycine CAS 56-40-6 Amino Acid Intermediate Food Feed Additive Nutrition Support
Product Overview (Glycine 56-40-6)
Glycine (CAS 56-40-6) is a non-essential amino acid and the simplest amino acid structure. It appears as a white crystalline powder with excellent water solubility and stable chemical properties. It is widely applied in food enhancement, feed nutrition, pharmaceutical intermediates, and industrial chemical synthesis.
Product Properties
- Simplest amino acid structure
- White crystalline powder, odorless
- Highly soluble in water
- Stable chemical performance
- Acts as buffering and stabilizing agent
- Widely used in organic synthesis
Technical Data Sheet
| Item |
Specification |
| Product Name |
Glycine |
| CAS Number |
56-40-6 |
| Molecular Formula |
C2H5NO2 |
| Molecular Weight |
75.07 |
| Appearance |
White crystalline powder |
| Assay |
≥ 98.5% |
| Melting Point |
240–245°C |
| Solubility |
Easily soluble in water |
| Grade |
Food / Feed / Industrial Grade |
Applications
- Food industry: flavor enhancement and nutrition fortification
- Feed industry: amino acid nutritional supplement
- Pharmaceutical industry: chemical intermediate synthesis
- Cosmetics: formulation stabilizer and skin conditioning
- Industrial use: buffering agent and chemical synthesis
Storage & Packaging
- Store in a cool, dry, sealed environment
- Avoid moisture and direct sunlight
- Packaging: 25 kg bags or customized packaging available
- Shelf life: 24 months under proper storage conditions
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