| Identification | ||
| Name | DL-Methionine | |
| Synonyms | DL-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butyric acid; Acimetion | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C5H11NO2S | |
| Molecular Weight | 149.21 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 59-51-8 | |
| EINECS | 200-432-1 | |
| Properties | ||
| Density | 1.34 | |
| Melting point | 270-273 ºC | |
| Water solubility | 2.9 g/100 mL (20 ºC) | |