DL-Methionine

DL-Methionine

In the shape of white crystalline powder, DL-Methionine can be used as feed additive. As an essential amino acid, DL-Methionine is not synthesized in human, hence we must ingest DL-Methionine or DL-Methionine -containing proteins. As a food additive, DL-Methionine is an essential food ingredient in our food supply. Of our food additives and food ingredients, DL-Methionine has won a high reputation in China and foreign countries.

Functions of DL-Methionine:
DL-Methionine is one of the essential amino acids for human body, and is especially vital to the protection of liver function. The lack of DL-Methionine will cause the dysfunction of liver and kidney. It can accelerate the growth of hair and nail, with functions of detoxification and strengthening the muscle activity ability and so on. It is safe to use it in the food, but not appropriate for infants and young children's food.

Specifications of DL-Methionine:

Name	DL-Methionine
CAS No.	59-51-8
Chemical formula	C₅H₁₁NO₂S
Specification	USP 24
Packing	In 25kg cartons or fiber drums
Functional use	Nutrition enhancer
Items	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Assay(on dried basis)	98.5 - 101.5%
Loss on drying	0.30% max
Residue on ignition	0.40% max
Heavy metals	15 ppm max
Organic volatile impurities	Meet the requirements
Chloride	0.05% max
Sulfate	0.03% max
Iron	0.003% max
PH	5.6 - 6.1

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