Molekula
S-(5'-Adenosyl)-L-methionine iodide
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S-(5'-Adenosyl)-L-methionine iodide is a sulfur-containing nucleotide derivative used in biochemical research, particularly in studies involving methylation reactions and enzyme kinetics. It is a stable form of S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) with enhanced solubility and shelf life. Available in powder form with a molecular weight of 526.35 g/mol, CAS number 3493-13-8, and stored at -15 to -20 °C. This compound carries the signal word Warning with hazard statement H317, as it may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Molekula supplies S-(5'-Adenosyl)-L-methionine iodide at 80% Min purity (HPLC) in 5 mg packs, from £81.84 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and a safety data sheet is available. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 mg — £68.20 per pack ex VAT · £81.84 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Water | (3 mol/mol) 10% Max |
| Purity (HPLC) | 80% Min |
| Storage Temperature | -18 ° C |
| Solubility | (100mg/ml H2O) Appearance: Faint yellow to light yellow, Turbidity: Clear |
| Purity | (Dry basis) Spectrophotometric: 80% Min |
| Residual Solvents | 5% Max |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 52277849 |
| CAS Number | 3493-13-8 |
| IUPAC Name | (3-amino-3-carboxypropyl)-[[5-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methyl]-methylsulfanium iodide |
| EC Number | 222-486-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C15H23IN6O5S |
| Molecular Weight | 526.35 |
| Exact Mass | 526.0495 |
| SMILES | C[S+](CCC(C(=O)O)N)CC1C(C(C(O1)N2C=NC3=C(N=CN=C32)N)O)O.[I-] |
| InChIKey | XQMWYLXPEGFCFT-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C15H22N6O5S.HI/c1-27(3-2-7(16)15(24)25)4-8-10(22)11(23)14(26-8)21-6-20-9-12(17)18-5-19-13(9)21;/h5-8,10-11,14,22-23H,2-4,16H2,1H3,(H2-,17,18,19,24,25);1H |
| PubChem CID | 102418 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29349990 |
| Tariff Code | 2934999090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P332+313 IF skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- S-(5'-Deoxy-5'-adenosyl)methionine iodide
Frequently asked questions
What is S-(5'-Adenosyl)-L-methionine iodide used for?
It is primarily used as a methyl donor in biochemical research and enzymatic studies, particularly in reactions involving methyltransferases.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C15H23IN6O5S with a molecular weight of 526.35 g/mol.
How should S-(5'-Adenosyl)-L-methionine iodide be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade is available for this product?
This product is supplied as a white to off-white powder with a purity of 80% minimum by HPLC and 80% minimum by spectrophotometry (dry basis), with water content of 10% maximum and residual solvents of 5% maximum.
Can Molekula supply S-(5'-Adenosyl)-L-methionine iodide in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply this compound in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
Where can I buy S-(5'-Adenosyl)-L-methionine iodide?
Directly from Molekula, which lists S-(5'-Adenosyl)-L-methionine iodide in 5 mg packs from £81.84 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
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