| ()-Methionine (DL-Methionine) is an essential amino acid involved in various biochemical processes in humans and mammals. Also in poultry meal as a source of nutrition. Synonyms: DL-Met-OH, (RS)-Methionine, Acimetion, Amurex, Banthionine, Cynaron, DL-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butyric Acid, Dyprin, Lactet, Lobamine, Meonine, Meprom M 85, MetAMINO, Methilanin, MetiPEARL, Metione, NSC 9241, Neston, Pedameth, Racemethionine, Rhodimet NP 99, Smartamine, Smartamine M, Timet, Urimeth, alpha-Amino-gamma-methylmercaptobutyric Acid, DL-Methionine CAS No: 59-51-8 Molecular Formula: C5H11NO2S Molecular Weight: 149.21 Purity: 99% (Titration) Appearance: Almost white powder or small flakes Identification (IR): Conforms to structure Melting Point: 280C (dec) (lit) Heavy Metals (as Pb): 0.002% Chlorides: 0.02% Sulfates: 0.02% pH (1%): 5.4 to 6.1 Loss on Drying: 0.5% Sulfated Ash: 0.1% Storage and Stability: Powder may be stored at RT. Stable for 12 months after receipt. |
