Synonyms

L-methionine

methionine

h-Met-oh

(S)-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butanoic acid

CAS No.

63-68-3

EC No.

200-562-9

Molecular Formula

C₅H₁₁NO₂S

Molecular Weight

149.21

Appearance

White or almost while crystalline powder

Application

Used as food additive in nutritional supplements, sports suppements, beverage.

Used in organic synthesis and biochemical research.

Used in pharmaceutical industry.