Calcium bis(2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyrate)(CAS 4857-44-7)
Compound Information: Calcium bis(2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyrate) Category Details Name Calcium bis(2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyrate) CAS Number 4857-44-7 Synonyms 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid calcium salt; DL-α-Hydroxymethionine Calcium; Calcium 2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyrate Molecular Formula C₁₀H₁₈CaO₆S₂ Molecular Weight 338.45 g/mol Chemical Properties – Appearance White to Off-White Solid – Melting Point >270°C (decomposition) – Solubility Sparingly soluble in water (requires sonication) – Form Powder – Color White to Beige – Stability Stable under recommended storage conditions (2–8°C) InChIKey WOXKDUGGOYFFRN-IIBYNOLFSA-N Key Notes: Analytical & Handling Guidelines: