Needle-shaped crystals. Melting point 67-68℃. Soluble in water, ethanol and methanol, soluble in acetone, chloroform and ethyl acetate, slightly soluble in ether and benzene. Strong alkaline reaction, can absorb carbon dioxide. Glycine and ammonia are generated with hot water.
2-Aminoacetamide is a derivative of the amino acid glycine . It has been shown to inhibit the conversion of proparathyroid hormone to parathyroid hormone. It can be useful in the identification of yeasts. It can also be useful in the synthesis of Oxiracetam , which is a derivative of Piracetam and a nootropic drug useful for improving cognition and memory impairments.
