- 1. Uses
DL Methionine is an essential amino acid containing sulfur of poultry. But DL Methionine is completely absent in plant proteins. So, in poultry breeding, in order for the poultry to grow healthy, the growth process is fast, especially the quality of eggs and feathers, people often supplement DL Methionine for poultry.
DL Methionine also has other physiological functions: providing important methyl groups (CH4) necessary for metabolism in the body and anti-stress for pets. At the same time, it is a catalyst to increase the nutritional composition in poultry feed and the key to helping pets eat better.
In addition, DL Methionine also has some other uses as follows:
- Protect the cells of pets from contaminants.
- Create favorable conditions for the detoxification process of the poultry body.
- Helps the body better absorb substances such as selenium and zinc.
- Supports the body to excrete heavy metals out.
- Prevent the poultry body from accumulating various types of fat, especially in the liver.
Animals lacking DL Methionine will have some of the following manifestations:
Anorexia, reproductive disorders, anemia, fatty liver, underdeveloped hair and nails, weight loss, muscle atrophy, kidney dysfunction, impaired growth ability, for dairy animals will be reduced production,... Therefore, in animal husbandry, DL Methionine is a necessary compound and should be in livestock and poultry.
DL Methionine is externally bonded as a white powder. The chemical formula of DL Methionine is: C5H11NO2S.
The physical and chemical properties of DL Methionine can be mentioned as:
- The melting point of DL Methionine is 281 ° C.
- The molecular weight of DL Methionine is 149.21 g / mol.
- DL Methionine has a density of 1.34 g / cm³.
- DL Methionine is classified as Essential Amino Acids
- DL Methionine is soluble in water.
- 2. Usage
DL Methionine is often combined with L-Lysine amino acid in animal feed to replace animal-based protein sources such as meat and fish meal with plant protein sources. This helps lower the cost of animal feed, while ensuring efficiency and nutrients for animals, especially poultry.
In addition, it is also possible for poultry to use DL Methionine directly when necessary.
- 3. Storage
Store in a cool, dry place, away from sun and moisture.
