Description

Glycyllysine is a high-purity dipeptide composed of glycine and lysine, serving as a critical building block in advanced biochemical synthesis. This compound is essential for research and development in peptide chemistry, enabling the creation of complex molecular structures. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science research industries for applications in drug discovery, proteomics, and as a reference standard.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of more complex therapeutic peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Cell Culture Media: Acts as a component in specialized cell culture formulations to support cell growth and protein expression.
• Proteomics & Peptide Mapping: Employed as a tool peptide in mass spectrometry for calibration and method development.
• Cosmetic Peptides: Can be incorporated into the development of bioactive cosmetic ingredients for skin care.
• Nutritional Science: Studied for its role as a potential bioactive nutrient or a model for digestibility studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycyllysine
CAS No.	997-62-6
Molecular Formula	C8H17N3O3
Molecular Weight	203.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Gly-Lys; GK; Glycyl-L-lysine; L-Lysylglycine; N-Glycyl-L-lysine; 2-[(2-Aminoacetyl)amino]-6-aminohexanoic acid; H-Gly-Lys-OH; Glycine-L-lysine dipeptide
EINECS	213-635-7

Quality Control

Our Glycyllysine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive (store away from light); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and desiccated after opening to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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