Selenoethionine

Name: Selenoethionine
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-048302

About Selenoethionine

Listed under CAS 2578-27-0, Selenoethionine is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C6H13NO2Se, molecular weight 210.14 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-amino-4-ethylselanylbutanoic acid. It is also known as Seleno-D,L-ethionine or Butanoic acid, 2-amino-4-(ethylseleno)-.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, Selenoethionine is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Selenoethionine
Catalogue No.	VQ-048302
CAS Number	2578-27-0
IUPAC name	2-amino-4-ethylselanylbutanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₃NO₂Se
Molecular weight	210.14 g/mol
Exact mass	211.0111
InChIKey	ALIZQKUHKVLOFI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC[Se]CCC(C(=O)O)N
PubChem CID	145924

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	63.3 Å²
Synonyms	Seleno-D,L-ethionine, Butanoic acid, 2-amino-4-(ethylseleno)-, 2-Amino-4-(ethylseleno)butanoic acid, DL-Selenoethionine, (S)-2-Amino-4-(ethylselanyl)butanoic acid, Butanoic acid, 2-amino-4-(ethylseleno)-, (+-)-, 2-amino-4-ethylselanyl-butanoic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301+H311+H331Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H331Toxic if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H373May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P316, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P361 + P364, P362 + P364, P391, P403 + P233, P405

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Selenoethionine?

The CAS Registry Number of Selenoethionine is 2578-27-0. It is also known as Seleno-D,L-ethionine, Butanoic acid, 2-amino-4-(ethylseleno)-, 2-Amino-4-(ethylseleno)butanoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Selenoethionine?

Selenoethionine has the molecular formula C6H13NO2Se and a molecular weight of 210.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-amino-4-ethylselanylbutanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Selenoethionine can I order?

We supply Selenoethionine, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Selenoethionine?

Yes. Every lot of Selenoethionine is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Selenoethionine be shipped internationally?

Yes. Selenoethionine is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.