Identification | ||
Name | L-Methionine | |
Synonyms | L-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butyric acid | |
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Molecular Structure |
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Molecular Formula | C5H11NO2S | |
Molecular Weight | 149.21 | |
CAS Registry Number | 63-68-3 | |
EINECS | 200-562-9 | |
Properties | ||
Melting point | 276-279 ºC (dec.) | |
alpha | 23.25 º (c=2, 6N HCl) | |
Water solubility | Soluble |