Audited Supplier
B26
2578-28-1
C5h11no2se
/
Foil Bag
Keep in a Cool, Dry, Dark Location
2 Years
Amino Acid
Chemosynthesis
＞90%
Selenium Methionine
Pharmaceutical/Food/Cosmetic Grade
99%
White Powder
100g
Available
Available
Adult
Nutritional Supplement
/
Foil Bag
99
China
Product Description
| Product Name | Selenium Methionine |
| Appearance | White Powder |
| CAS NO. | 2578-28-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H11NO2Se |
| Storage | Keep in a cool, dry, dark location |
Selenium Methionine, also known as Selenomethionine, is an organic selenium compound that is structurally related to the amino acid methionine. It is a selenium-containing analogue of methionine, where selenium replaces the sulfur atom in the methionine molecule.
- Nutritional Supplements: Selenium Methionine is used as a dietary supplement to provide selenium, an essential trace element for human health.
- Biochemical Research: Due to its unique selenium content, Selenium Methionine is utilized in biochemical studies to investigate selenium metabolism and its biological effects.
- Animal Feed: It is also added to animal feed to enrich selenium levels, enhancing the nutritional value and health benefits for animals.
- Selenium Source: Selenium Methionine serves as a bioavailable source of selenium, which is crucial for the synthesis of selenoproteins involved in various biological processes such as antioxidant defense, thyroid hormone metabolism, and immune function.
- Antioxidant Activity: Selenium present in Selenium Methionine contributes to the antioxidant system of the body, helping to protect cells from oxidative stress and damage.
- Health Benefits: By providing selenium, Selenium Methionine may support a range of health benefits, including improved immune function, cardiovascular health, and cancer prevention.
