[Commodity name]: DL-METHIONINE [Structural formula]: CH3SCH2CH2CH(NH2)COOH [Molecular Formula]: C5H11NO2S [Molecular weight]: 149.21 [Properties]: White flake crystal powders, have a special smell, bulk density 1.34g/cm3, melting at 281ºC, It’s soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol, belongs of sulfur amino acid and non-toxic. [Standard]: Pharm Grade(EP5),Food Grade(FCC Ⅴ)or according to buyer. Items Pharm Grade(EP 5) Food Grade(FCC V) Appearance White flake crystal powders White flake crystal powders Appearance of Solution Clear and Colorless -- Assay(on dry matter) 99% ～ 101% 98.5% ～ 101.5% Loss on drying 0.5% Max 0.5% Max Residue on ignition 0.1% Max 0.1% Max Chlorides 200ppm Max -- Sulphates 200ppm Max -- Heavy metals 20ppm Max -- PH 5.4 ～ 6.1 5.6 ～ 6.1 Lead -- 5mg/kg Max [Packing]: In kraft paper bags or in fiber drum of 25KG net each. [Transport and Storage]: Handle with cares to avoid damaging the package, protects them from sunshine or rain. Don’t transport it with poisonous or harmful goods. Stored in shaded, cool and dry places.