Description

Hydroxymethionine Copper Salt is an organometallic complex of the essential amino acid derivative methionine with copper. This compound is valued for its role as a bioavailable source of copper, a critical trace element in animal nutrition and various biochemical processes. It is primarily utilized in the formulation of high-performance animal feed premixes and specialized nutritional supplements to address copper deficiencies and support metabolic functions.

Application

• Animal Feed Additive: As a highly bioavailable copper source in premixes for poultry, swine, and ruminants to support enzyme function, iron metabolism, and connective tissue development.
• Pet Nutrition: Incorporation into premium dog and cat food formulas to ensure adequate copper intake for coat health and overall vitality.
• Aquafeed: Used in feed for aquaculture species like shrimp and fish to promote growth, improve disease resistance, and enhance pigmentation.
• Veterinary Pharmaceuticals: A component in injectable or oral supplements for treating clinical copper deficiency in livestock.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standardized copper source in laboratory studies of metalloenzymes and trace mineral metabolism.
• Fertilizer & Horticulture: Applied in micronutrient fertilizers to correct copper deficiencies in crops, improving yield and plant health.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydroxymethionine Copper Salt
CAS No.	790693-67-3
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Copper Hydroxymethionine; Hydroxy Analog of Methionine Copper Complex; MHA-Cu; 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butanoic Acid Copper Salt; Copper 2-Hydroxy-4-methylthiobutanoate; Alimet Copper; Copper Methionine Hydroxy Analog; Feed Grade Copper Supplement
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hydroxymethionine Copper Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise specifications for copper content, purity, and heavy metal limits, aligning with common feed additive guidelines. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to air and humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue to blue-green powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Copper Content)	Contact for details
Moisture	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 2 ppm

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