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1-Methyl-L-histidine

Also known as: 3-(1-Methylimidazol-4-yl)-L-alanine, Ntau-Methyl-L-histidine, Nτ-Methyl-L-histidine, 1-N-Methyl-L-histidine, L-1-Methylhistidine, N(tele)-methyl-L-histidine, N1-Methyl-L-histidine, tau-methyl-L-histidine, Nτ-Methyl-His-OH, 3-(1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-4-yl)-L-alanine, (2S)-2-amino-3-(1-methylimidazol-4-yl)propanoic acid, (S)-2-Amino-3-(1-methyl-1H-imidazol-4-yl)propanoic acid, 1-Methylhistidine, 1-MHis, 1-Methyl-Histidine, H-His(1-Me)-OH, H-His(τ-Me)-OH, L-His(1-Me)-OH, L-His(Nim-Me)-OH

1-Methyl-L-histidine (CAS 332-80-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H11N3O2 and a molecular weight of 169.181 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of ~240 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 415.0±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 204.8±25.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
332-80-9
Jingsj CID
J-22342-7
Molecular Formula
C7H11N3O2
Molecular Weight
169.181 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point~240 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point415.0±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point204.8±25.9 °C
Exact Mass169.085129
PSA81.14000
LogP-1.31
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.613

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Sjölin J, et al. Urinary excretion of 1-methylhistidine: a qualitative indicator of exogenous 3-methylhistidine and intake of meats from various sources. Metabolism. 1987 Dec;36(12):1175-84.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933290090
Summary2933290090. other compounds containing an unfused imidazole ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Methyl-L-histidine?

The CAS number of 1-Methyl-L-histidine is 332-80-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Methyl-L-histidine?

1-Methyl-L-histidine has molecular formula C7H11N3O2 and molecular weight 169.181 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-Methyl-L-histidine?

For 1-Methyl-L-histidine, Upstream Products: L-Histidine, iodomethane, Boc-His(Bom)-OH; Downstream Products: N'-Methyl-L-histidine methyl ester.

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