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L-Methionine methyl ester hydrochloride

Also known as: H-Met-OMe·HCl, Methyl L-methionate hydrochloride, (S)-Methyl 2-amino-4-(methylthio)butanoate hydrochloride, Methionine methyl ester hydrochloride, L-Methioninemethylesterhydrochloride, MFCD00012491

L-Methionine methyl ester hydrochloride (CAS 2491-18-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H14ClNO2S and a molecular weight of 199.7 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 151-153 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 277.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.094g/cm3 and a flash point of 121.7ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. It is listed by 1 supplier, from 1.64 to 1,580.00 CNY. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2491-18-1
Jingsj CID
J-44363-0
Molecular Formula
C6H14ClNO2S
Molecular Weight
199.7 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point151-153 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point277.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.094g/cm3
Flash Point121.7ºC
Exact Mass199.043381
PSA77.62000
LogP1.74210
Vapor Pressure0.0388mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index26 ° (C=1, H2O)
SMILESCOC(=O)[C@H](CCSC)N.Cl
InChIKeyMEVUPUNLVKELNV-JEDNCBNOSA-N
InChI1S/C6H13NO2S.ClH/c1-9-6(8)5(7)3-4-10-2;/h5H,3-4,7H2,1-2H3;1H/t5-;/m0./s1

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Luckose F, et al. Effects of amino acid derivatives on physical, mental, and physiological activities. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2015;55(13):1793-1144.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2930909090
Summary2930909090. other organo-sulphur compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of L-Methionine methyl ester hydrochloride?

The CAS number of L-Methionine methyl ester hydrochloride is 2491-18-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Methionine methyl ester hydrochloride?

L-Methionine methyl ester hydrochloride has molecular formula C6H14ClNO2S and molecular weight 199.7 g/mol.

Which suppliers offer L-Methionine methyl ester hydrochloride?

1 supplier(s) listed; reference unit price ¥1.64–1580.00 /g.

Is L-Methionine methyl ester hydrochloride hazardous?

L-Methionine methyl ester hydrochloride has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "L-Methionine methyl ester hydrochloride (CAS 2491-18-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-44363-0 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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