Glycine, FCC

Glycine, FCC - Premium Quality Amino Acid

Glycine, FCC is an essential organic compound renowned for being the smallest of the 20 common amino acids found in proteins. Characterized by its sweet taste and colorless, crystalline solid form, Glycine serves as a vital building block for numerous natural products and is a precursor to proteins. This versatile compound is widely utilized in various applications, including as an additive in animal food, as well as a food supplement and sweetener for human consumption.

Key Features and Specifications:

• Chemical CAS Number: 56-40-6
• Chemical Formula: C₂H₅NO₂
• Chemical Formula Weight: 75.07
• Assay Specifications: 98.5-101.5% (Dried Basis)
• Maximum Limits:
  • Lead: 5 mg/kg
  • Loss on Drying: 0.2%
  • Residue on Ignition: 0.1%
• Chemical Function Use: Nutrient, Dietary Supplement
• Chemical UPS Limit: 150 lb
• Health Rating: 1
• Flammability Rating: 1
• Chemical Category: FDA Regulated Items

The FCC grade of Glycine meets the stringent requirements set by the Food Chemical Codex, ensuring its suitability for all food, beverage, and nutritional supplement applications. Discover the exceptional quality of Glycine, FCC, and elevate your formulations with this essential nutrient. Spectrum Chemical offers over 300 FDA-regulated food-grade chemical ingredients, all manufactured, packaged, and stored according to strict Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in FDA-registered facilities.