L-Methionine
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Category：Amino Acids Own Brand：MT /MOQ:100KG /From China/ B2B only.
Introduction
Product name: L-Methionine
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | C₅H₁₁NO₂S |
| Molar Mass | 149.21 g/mol |
| Classification | Essential sulfur-containing amino acid (L-isomer for metabolic specificity) |
| Biological Role | Methyl donor, antioxidant, liver detox support, protein synthesis |
| Primary Sources | Eggs, fish, dairy, legumes; fortification in processed foods |
| Therapeutic Uses | NAFLD, copper chelation, homocysteine regulation, sulfur deficiency |
| Dosage | 500 mg-1.5 g/day (divided doses); adjust for renal function |
| Precautions | Avoid in homocystinuria; monitor uric acid; excess may acidify urine |
Description
It occurs as colorless or white, lustrous plates, or as a white, crystalline powder. It is soluble in water, in alkali solutions, and in dilute mineral acids; slightly soluble in alcohol; and practically insoluble in ether.
Application
In the pharmaceutical industry, L-methionine can be used as a main component of amino acid infusion and complex amino acids, and can also be used to synthesize medicinal vitamins, and can be used for the production of liver-protecting preparations by utilizing its anti-fatty liver function.
In the food industry, it can be used as a nutritional supplement.
In the feed industry, it is used as a nutritional supplement for feed to compensate for the amino acid balance.
Specification
Appearance White or almost white crystalline powder or colorless crystals Specific rotation 20℃: +21.0°~ +25.0°or 25℃: +21.1°~ +25.1° Lead ≤ 5ppm Loss on drying ≤0.5% Residue on ignition ≤0.1% Assay 98.5~101.5% Packing 25kg/drum or as per requirement. Storage Store in a cool dry place and protected from light.
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