±)-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; a-Amino-y-methylmercaptobutyric Acid; DL-MethionineCAS Number:59-51-8Molecular Formula:C₅H₁₁NO₂SMolecular Weight:149.21Appearance:White to off-white solidPurity:≥99%Identification, IR:Conforms To StructureSpecific Rotation:22.4º to 24.7ºLoss On Drying:≤0.5%Sulfated Ash:≤0.1%pH (1%):5.4 to 6.1Solubility:Clear and colorlessHeavy Metals (as Pb):≤0.002%Chloride:≤0.02%Sulfate:≤0.02%Iron:≤0.003%Organic Volatile Impurities:PassesStorage:4°C
