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Thermo Scientific Chemicals Glycine, ACS, 98.5+%
Description
Glycine is employed to protect the kidneys from the harmful side effects of certain drugs used after organ transplantation as well as the liver from the harmful effects of alcohol. The solution of glycine plays an important role for deposition of alloys and metals. It is likewise useful for patients with acute alcohol hallucinosis. It is applied for treating schizophrenia, stroke, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and some rare inherited metabolic disorders.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | ∼245°C (decomposition) |
pH | 5.97 |
Color | White |
Beilstein | 635782 |
Merck Index | 14,4491 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in pyridine,water. Sparingly soluble in ethanol. Insoluble in ether. |
Formula Weight | 75.07 |
Percent Purity | ≥98.5% |
Grade | ACS |
Density | 1.595 g/mL |
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