DL-Methionine (CAS 5241-66-7) Comprehensive Guide
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1. Product Overview & Specifications
DL-Methionine (CAS 5241-66-7) is a racemic mixture of D- and L-methionine, an essential sulfur-containing amino acid widely used in animal feed, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.
| Parameter | DL-Methionine | L-Methionine |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Name | DL-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butanoic acid | L-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butanoic acid |
| CAS Number | 5241-66-7 | 63-68-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H11NO2S | |
| Purity | ≥98.5% | ≥99% |
| Bioavailability | ~80% (requires conversion to L-form) | 100% |
2. Applications of DL-Methionine
Animal Feed Additive
Primary use in poultry/swine feed to:
- Enhance growth rates by 10-15%
- Improve feathering in poultry
- Reduce nitrogen excretion by 20-30%
Pharmaceuticals
- Liver protection formulations
- Precursor for SAMe (S-adenosylmethionine)
3. Industry Use Cases
Case 1: Feed Mill Optimization
Problem: Brazilian poultry farm faced 8% mortality rate due to poor nutrition.
Solution: Added 0.3% DL-Methionine to feed.
Result: Mortality dropped to 2.5% within 6 weeks.
4. Client Success Stories
Client A: Animal Nutrition Solutions Ltd. (UK)
- Application: Broiler chicken feed
- Outcome: 12% faster weight gain, FCR improved from 1.75 to 1.58
- Feedback: “Consistent quality ensured operational stability.”
Client B: PharmaHealth Inc. (USA)
- Application: Hepatoprotective drug formulation
- Outcome: 30% reduction in liver enzyme levels during trials
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