Description

3-Methylseleno-L-Alanine Hydrochloride is a high-purity, organoselenium amino acid derivative of significant research interest. This compound serves as a crucial precursor and biochemical tool for investigating selenium metabolism and its role in cellular redox regulation. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced chemical synthesis sectors for developing novel therapeutic agents and biochemical probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: As a key intermediate in the synthesis of novel selenium-containing drug candidates and prodrugs targeting oxidative stress.
• Biochemical Studies: Used as a stable, bioavailable source of methylselenol for in vitro and in vivo studies on selenium's chemopreventive and anticancer mechanisms.
• Nutritional Science Research: Employed in metabolic pathway studies to understand the assimilation and biological activity of organic selenium compounds.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for incorporating the selenoether functional group into complex molecules and peptides.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylseleno-L-Alanine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	863394-07-4
Molecular Formula	C₄H₁₀ClNO₂Se
Molecular Weight	228.55 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Se-Methylselenocysteine Hydrochloride; (2S)-2-Amino-3-(methylselanyl)propanoic acid hydrochloride; Se-Methylselenocysteine HCl; Methylselenocysteine Hydrochloride; 3-(Methylseleno)-L-alanine hydrochloride; MSC HCl; L-3-(Methylseleno)alanine hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methylseleno-L-Alanine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider desiccation and an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (L-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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