Description

S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine Iodide Salt is a stable, crystalline salt form of the critical biological cofactor S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe). This compound is essential for its role as the primary methyl group donor in numerous enzymatic transmethylation reactions, which are fundamental to cellular metabolism and regulation. It is a key material for pharmaceutical research, biochemical studies, and the development of diagnostic reagents, serving the needs of life science, biotechnology, and fine chemical synthesis sectors. The product is supplied as CAS 3493-13-8.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of drugs targeting liver function, neurological disorders, and osteoarthritis.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical substrate for studying methyltransferase enzymes, epigenetics, and cellular metabolic pathways.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Employed in the production of kits for clinical diagnostics and research assays.
• Enzymatic Synthesis: Acts as a cofactor in enzymatic synthesis processes for producing specialized fine chemicals and labeled compounds.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Used in advanced cell culture media and for studying microbial metabolism.
• Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in related industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine Iodide Salt
CAS No.	3493-13-8
Molecular Formula	C15H22IN6O5S
Molecular Weight	540.24 g/mol
Synonyms	SAMe Iodide; AdoMet Iodide; S-Adenosylmethionine Iodide; (2S)-2-Amino-4-[[(2S,3S,4R,5R)-5-(6-amino-9H-purin-9-yl)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methyl-methylsulfonio]butanoate Iodide; Adenosine, 5'-[(3-amino-3-carboxypropyl)methylsulfonio]-, inner salt, iodide; L-S-Adenosylmethionine Iodide; SAM Iodide Salt
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Quality Control

Our S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine Iodide Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a dry, cool place. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.