Aminoacetic acid; GLİSİN; Amino acetic acid; GLİSİN; acid; amino; acetic; 2-Aminoethanoic acid; Glycocoll; glycol; glikol; glukol; glucol; glycine; 2-Aminoacetic acid;GLİSİN 56-40-6; aminoacetic acid; Glycocoll; Aminoethanoic acid; Glycolixir; Glycosthene; Aciport; Glicoamin; Glycin; H-Gly-OH; Padil; L-Glycine; Hampshire glycine; Leimzucker; Amitone; Acetic acid, amino-; Aminoazijnzuur; Glycine, non-medical; Sucre de gelatine; Gyn-hydralin; GLY (IUPAC abbrev); Glycinum; Corilin; Glyzin; Glycinum [INN-Latin]; Glicina [INN-Spanish; Glycine [INN]; Glykokoll; gly; Acide aminoacetique [INN-French]; GLİSİN (AMİNOASETİK ASİT); GLYZIN; GLICINE; GLİSİN (AMİNOASETİK ASİT); GLİSİN; GLİYSİN; Glycine ;GLIYSIN; GLYCINE; GLYCIN; GLYCİN; GİLİSİN; GLİSİN; GLİ
EC / List no.: 654-407-9
CAS no.: 56-40-6
Mol. Formula: C2H5NO2
Glycine is an organic compound with the formula C2H5NO2, and is the simplest stable amino acid, distinguished by having a single hydrogen atom as its side chain.
Glycine Applications in the Food and Feed Industry
Thanks to its sweet taste, buffering capacity, and its role in protein synthesis, glycine has strong commercial demand across multiple industries.
Glycine Applications in the Food Industry
1️⃣ Flavor Enhancer and Taste Modifier
Glycine has a naturally mild, slightly sweet taste. It is commonly used as:
A flavor enhancer in savory foods
A sweetness modulator in reduced-sugar formulations
A taste improver in sauces, soups, processed meats, and snack seasonings
It also helps soften harsh aftertastes from high-intensity sweeteners.
2️⃣ Food Additive & Stabilizer
Glycine functions as:
A buffering agent (pH stabilizer)
A metal chelator, improving stability
A stabilizer in vitamin and mineral premixes
It is often used in:
Beverage powders
Functional drinks
Sports nutrition formulations
3️⃣ Protein Fortification & Nutritional Support
As a non-essential amino acid, glycine:
Supports collagen synthesis
Improves nitrogen balance
Enhances amino acid profiles in food supplements
It is frequently used in:
Protein powders
Meal replacements
Clinical nutrition products
4️⃣ Processed Meat & Poultry Products
In meat processing, glycine:
Improves flavor
Enhances Maillard reaction browning
Supports texture stabilization
Glycine Applications in the Animal Feed Industry
1️⃣ Feed Additive & Nutritional Enhancer
Glycine plays a key role in:
Poultry nutrition
Aquaculture feed
Swine and livestock diets
Benefits include:
Improved feed conversion ratio (FCR)
Enhanced gut health
Better amino acid balance
2️⃣ Chelated Mineral Production
Glycine is widely used in the production of:
Zinc glycinate
Copper glycinate
Iron glycinate
These chelated minerals offer:
Higher bioavailability
Improved absorption
Reduced mineral waste
This is especially valuable in premix and specialty feed formulations.
3️⃣ Aquaculture Applications
In fish and shrimp feed, glycine:
Acts as a feed attractant
Improves palatability
Supports growth performance
Why Glycine is Commercially Important
✔ Cost-effective amino acid source
✔ Multi-functional ingredient
✔ Stable and easy to formulate
✔ Widely approved for food and feed use globally
The growing demand for high-performance feed additives, functional foods, and clean-label formulations is driving global glycine consumption.
Bulk Glycine Supply & Industrial Distribution
For manufacturers in:
Food processing
Animal feed production
Nutritional supplement manufacturing
Reliable sourcing of high-purity glycine is essential for consistent product performance.
