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Thermo Scientific Chemicals DL-Methionine, 99%
Description
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.
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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.
Specifications
| Melting Point | ∼272°C (decomposition) |
| Beilstein | 636185 |
| Merck Index | 14,5975 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water. |
| IUPAC Name | 2-amino-4-methylsulfanylbutanoic acid |
| Formula Weight | 149.21 |
| Percent Purity | 99% |
| Density | 1.34 |
| Quantity | 250 g |
| Chemical Name or Material | DL-Methionine |
Safety and Handling
| Hazard Category | H500 |
| EINECSNumber | 200-432-1 |
| RTECSNumber | PD0456000 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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