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S-Adenosyl-L-homocysteine

Also known as: AdoHcy, S-Adenosylhomocysteine, 5'-Deoxy-S-adenosyl-L-homocysteine, S-(5'-Adenosyl)-L-homocysteine, L-S-Adenosylhomocysteine, Adenosylhomocysteine, Adenosyl-L-homocysteine, (2S)-2-amino-4-[[(2S,3S,4R,5R)-5-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methylsulfanyl]butanoic acid

S-Adenosyl-L-homocysteine (CAS 979-92-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H20N6O5S and a molecular weight of 384.411 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 787.5±70.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 430.0±35.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
979-92-0
Jingsj CID
J-5854-8
Molecular Formula
C14H20N6O5S
Molecular Weight
384.411 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point787.5±70.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point430.0±35.7 °C
Exact Mass384.121582
PSA207.93000
LogP0.15
Appearancecrystalline
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.839
Storage Conditions−20°C
Additional Property1 M HCl: soluble19.60 - 20.40mg/mL, clear to slightly hazy, colorless to faintly yellow

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. DE LA HABA G, et al. The enzymatic synthesis of S-adenosyl-L-homocysteine from adenosine and homocysteine. J Biol Chem. 1959 Mar;234(3):603-8.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2934999090
Summary2934999090. other heterocyclic compounds. 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 S-Adenosyl-L-homocysteine?

The CAS number of S-Adenosyl-L-homocysteine is 979-92-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of S-Adenosyl-L-homocysteine?

S-Adenosyl-L-homocysteine has molecular formula C14H20N6O5S and molecular weight 384.411 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of S-Adenosyl-L-homocysteine?

For S-Adenosyl-L-homocysteine, Upstream Products: DL-Homocysteine, Adenosine, L-Homocysteine; Downstream Products: S-(5′-Adenosyl)-L-methionine iodide.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "S-Adenosyl-L-homocysteine (CAS 979-92-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-5854-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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