Description

L-Methionine Sulfone is a high-purity, specialized derivative of the essential amino acid methionine, widely recognized for its role as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis and advanced biochemical research. Its significance lies in its well-defined chemical structure, which provides a stable and reactive sulfone functional group for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science sectors seeking reliable building blocks for drug development and metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of enzyme inhibitors and metabolic modulators.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a stable analog of methionine in metabolic pathway studies, enzyme kinetics, and protein modification research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of advanced crop protection agents and specialty fertilizers.
• Nutritional Science Studies: Employed in research models to investigate sulfur amino acid metabolism and related nutritional disorders.
• Peptide Chemistry: Utilized in peptide synthesis where the oxidation state of the sulfur atom needs to be controlled or modified.
• Reference Standard: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in pharmaceutical and food testing laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Methionine Sulfone
CAS No.	7314-32-1
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO4S
Molecular Weight	181.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Amino-4-(methylsulfonyl)butyric acid; L-2-Amino-4-(methylsulfonyl)butanoic acid; Methionine Sulfone; L-Methionine Sulphone; (S)-Methionine Sulfone; H-Met(O2)-OH; NSC 163049; Methionine S,S-dioxide
EINECS	230-785-7

Quality Control

Our L-Methionine Sulfone is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling via advanced techniques like HPLC and chiral analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We can supply material compliant with various pharmacopeial standards (e.g., USP, EP) for specific customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	+19.0° to +23.0° (c=1 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%

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