Alfa Aesar™ DL-Methionine, 99%

Brand:  Alfa Aesar™ A11457.0I

Product Code. 11440333

Description

Applications
Production of volatile compounds related to the flavour of foods from the Strecker degradation of DL-methionine. Addition of methionine in appropriate amounts to these foods might be expected to improve protein value. Economically, DL-methionine would be preferable.

Solubility
Soluble in water.

Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.

Chemical Identifiers

• Chemical Name or Material: DL-Methionine
• Molecular Formula: C₅H₁₁NO₂S
• MDL Number: MFCD00063096
• Merck Index: 14,5975

• CAS: 59-51-8
• Formula Weight: 149.21
• Beilstein: 636185
• Synonym: (+/-)-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butyric acid; H-DL-Met-OH

Specifications

• Chemical Name or Material: DL-Methionine
• Assay: 99%
• Formula Weight: 149.21
• Beilstein: 636185
• Synonym: (+/-)-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butyric acid; H-DL-Met-OH
• Quantity: 5000g

• CAS: 59-51-8
• Molecular Formula: C₅H₁₁NO₂S
• MDL Number: MFCD00063096
• Merck Index: 14,5975
• Melting Point: ≈272°C (dec.)