CAS 56-40-6 Glycine
Glycine (abbreviation Gly CAS 56-40-6), also known as aminoacetic acid, is a non essential amino acid with the chemical formula C2H5NO2. Glycine is an amino acid composed of reduced glutathione, an endogenous antioxidant. It is often supplemented by external sources in the event of severe stress, sometimes called semi essential amino acid. Glycine is the simplest amino acid.
Appearance and properties: white to off white crystalline powder. It tastes sweet.
Density: 1.254g/cm3
Melting point: 232 ~ 236 ℃ (decomposition)
Solubility: easily soluble in water, slightly soluble in pyridine, almost insoluble in ethanol and ether. Water solubility: 25 g/100 mL (25 ℃). The aqueous solution is slightly acidic.
Stability: Stable Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
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