L-selenomethionine

CAS Number
3211-76-5
EC Number
608-705-0

What is L-selenomethionine?

L-Selenomethionine (CAS 3211-76-5) is the bioavailable, organically bound form of selenium. Also known as Seleno-L-methionine.

Where is L-selenomethionine used?

  • Dietary supplements and nutraceuticals: primary active ingredient in selenium fortification products
  • Functional food fortification: superior absorption compared to inorganic selenium salts
  • Antioxidant support formulations
  • Pharmaceuticals: selenium source in micronutrient preparations, including tablets, capsules and infusion solutions where precise dosing is critical
  • Cosmetics and personal care: antioxidant and moisturizing agent in anti-aging creams and serums
  • Biotechnology and cell culture: selenium supplement in growth media for protein expression studies

Good to know: USP and Ph. Eur. grades are commonly sourced for regulated applications.

Commercial specifications

  • Bulk quantities for industrial formulators; smaller research quantities for biotechnology and laboratory use

Other Names (Synonyms)

(S)-selenomethionine|(2S)-2-azaniumyl-4-(methylselanyl)butanoate|Seleno-L-methionine|SeMet|(2S)-2-amino-4-methylselanylbutanoic acid|(2S)-2-amino-4-(methylseleno)butanoic acid|Selenomethionine-L|RefChem:1088270

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What are the physical properties of L-selenomethionine?

Melting Point 275 °C (decomp)
Boiling Point 320.8±37.0 °C(Predicted)
Appearance Solid
Color white to off-white
Form powder
Water Solubility soluble
Refractive Index 18 ° (C=0.5, 2mol/L HCl)
Log P 0.152 (est)

How is L-selenomethionine classified and handled safely? Learn More

Danger
GHS06· Toxic GHS08· Health Hazard GHS09· Environmental Hazard

Hazard Statements

H301 H301
H331 H331
H373 H373
H400 H400
H410 H410

Precautionary Statements

P260 P260
P261 P261
P264 P264
P270 P270

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to L-selenomethionine?

HS Code 29309090
UN Number 3283
ADR Class 6.1
Packing Group II
Storage Class 6.1A - Combustible acute toxic Cat. 1 and 2 very toxic hazardous materials
WGK (Germany) 3
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