CAS 1118-85-0

methionine sulfone

Description:

Methionine sulfone, with the CAS number 1118-85-0, is a sulfonic acid derivative of the amino acid methionine. It is characterized by the presence of a sulfone group, which consists of a sulfur atom bonded to two oxygen atoms and is typically represented as -SO2-. This compound is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water and exhibits a slightly acidic nature. Methionine sulfone is often used in biochemical research and as a dietary supplement, as it can serve as a source of sulfur and may play a role in various metabolic processes. It is also known for its antioxidant properties, which can help protect cells from oxidative stress. In terms of stability, methionine sulfone is relatively stable under normal conditions but may decompose under extreme temperatures or in the presence of strong oxidizing agents. Overall, its unique chemical structure and properties make it an important compound in both nutritional and pharmaceutical contexts.

Formula: C₅H₁₁NO₄S

InChI: InChI=1/C5H11NO4S/c1-11(9,10)3-2-4(6)5(7)8/h4H,2-3,6H2,1H3,(H,7,8)

InChI key: InChIKey=UCUNFLYVYCGDHP-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C(C(O)=O)N)CS(C)(=O)=O

Synonyms:

• 2-Amino-4-(Methylsulfonyl)Butanoic Acid
• 2-Amino-4-methanesulfonylbutanoic acid
• <span class="text-smallcaps">D</smallcap><smallcap>L</span>-Methionine S,S-dioxide
• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-Methionine sulfone
• Butanoic Acid, 2-Amino-4-(Methylsulfonyl)-
• Butyric acid, 2-amino-4-(methylsulfonyl)-, <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-
• Methionine, S,S-dioxide
• NSC 62968
• (±)-Methionine sulfone
• Butyric acid, 2-amino-4-(methylsulfonyl)-, DL-
• DL-Methionine sulfone