Description

n-Methyl-L-Methionine is a specialized, high-purity amino acid derivative with significant utility in advanced biochemical research and pharmaceutical development. This compound matters for its role as a key building block and metabolic precursor in the synthesis of peptides and other bioactive molecules. Industries that require it include pharmaceutical R&D for drug discovery, biotechnology for enzyme studies, and academic institutions conducting metabolic pathway analysis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial chiral synthon in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies, metabolic research, and investigations into methylation pathways.
• Peptide Synthesis: Acts as a protected or modified amino acid residue for the solid-phase or solution-phase synthesis of specialized peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Nutritional Science Studies: Employed in research models to study the bioavailability and metabolic fate of methylated amino acids.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical reference standard for quality control and method validation in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methyl-L-Methionine
CAS No.	42537-72-4
Molecular Formula	C6H13NO2S
Molecular Weight	163.24 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methyl-L-methionine; L-Methionine, N-methyl-; (2S)-2-(Methylamino)-4-(methylsulfanyl)butanoic acid; S-Methyl-L-homocysteine, N-methyl-; Methylmethionine; Vitamin U; 2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, N-methyl-; L-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, N-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our n-Methyl-L-Methionine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Specific range available on request
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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