Glycine
Also known as: Aminoacetic acid, Glycocoll, Aminoethanoic acid, 2-Aminoacetic acid, Carboxymethylamine, Aminomethylcarboxylic acid, Glyzin, H-Gly-OH
Glycine (CAS 56-40-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H5NO2 and a molecular weight of 75.067 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 240 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 240.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 99.5±22.6 °C. It is listed by 1 supplier, from 0.10 to 0.48 CNY. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 56-40-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-18635-3
- Molecular Formula
- C2H5NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 75.067 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
| Supplier | Purity / Pack | Base Price | Unit Price | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
In Stock | 99% 1000g | ¥103.00 | $0.01 /gBest ¥0.10/g CNY | CN China MOQ 1000g | |
In Stock | 99% 500g | ¥60.00 | $0.02 /g ¥0.12/g CNY | CN China MOQ 500g | |
In Stock | 99% 100g | ¥17.00 | $0.03 /g ¥0.17/g CNY | CN China MOQ 100g |
Physicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 240 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 240.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 99.5±22.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 75.032028 |
| PSA | 63.32000 |
| LogP | -1.03 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.461 |
| Additional Property | 25 g/100 mL (25 ºC) |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Johnson JW, et al. Glycine potentiates the NMDA response in cultured mouse brain neurons. Nature. 1987 Feb 5-11;325(6104):529-31. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 29224910 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Glycine?
The CAS number of Glycine is 56-40-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Glycine?
Glycine has molecular formula C2H5NO2 and molecular weight 75.067 g/mol.
Which suppliers offer Glycine?
1 supplier(s) listed; reference unit price ¥0.10–0.48 /g.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Glycine?
For Glycine, Upstream Products: 2-Amino-N-methylacetamide, N-Carbobenzyloxyglycine, Glycine benzyl ester hydrochloride; Downstream Products: Carbon dioxide, Formic Acid, Glycolic acid.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
Last updated:
How to cite: Jingsj. "Glycine (CAS 56-40-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-18635-3 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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