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Glycine

Amino Acids

Functionality: Biotech/Pharmaceutical, Cell Culture Media, Food-grade, Intravenous (IV)

White crystals or crystalline powder; sweet taste.

Glycine, a non-essential amino acid, is a component of antioxidant glutathione and is used in pharmaceuticals for treating eczema and dermatitis. It is found in parenteral and enteral nutrition and in many foods as a seasoning or natural preservative due to its antimicrobial properties.