Description

Gly-Lys Hydrochloride is a high-purity dipeptide derivative, specifically the hydrochloride salt of the glycyl-lysine dipeptide. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in the synthesis of more complex peptides and bioactive molecules, offering precise structural control. It is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and nutraceutical industries, where it is used to study peptide function, develop novel therapeutics, and formulate specialized nutritional supplements.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key raw material for the synthesis of longer therapeutic peptides and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway research, and proteomics.
• Nutraceutical Formulation: Incorporated into specialized dietary supplements and clinical nutrition products designed for targeted amino acid delivery.
• Cosmetic Peptides: Serves as a precursor in the development of anti-aging and skin-repair peptide sequences for advanced cosmetic applications.
• Cell Culture Media: Used as a component in specialized cell culture media to support the growth of demanding cell lines.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gly-Lys Hydrochloride
CAS No.	31461-63-9
Molecular Formula	C8H18N3O3 • HCl
Molecular Weight	239.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycyl-L-lysine hydrochloride; L-Lysylglycine hydrochloride; Gly-Lys•HCl; H-Gly-Lys-OH•HCl; N-Glycyl-L-lysine hydrochloride; 2-[(2-Aminoacetyl)amino]-6-aminohexanoic acid hydrochloride; (S)-2-(2-Aminoacetamido)-6-aminohexanoic acid hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Gly-Lys Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and residual solvent screening, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and production use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation and clumping.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.