| 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 | |