GLYCINE is a white crystalline powder that is freely soluble in water and practically insoluble in ethanol. GLYCINE contains not less than 98.5 percent and not more than 101.0 percent of GLYCINE (C2H5NO2). GLYCINE is commonly used in the food industry as a flavoring agent and nutritional supplement. GLYCINE has a sweet taste and is often used to enhance the taste of foods without adding calories. GLYCINE also has benefits for food processing as it can act as a pH buffer and help control acidity. GLYCINE is commonly used in the food industry to adjust the pH of products and help maintain consistency in taste and texture.