Compound Q&A
What is S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine (CAS: 29908-03-0)?
Answer
S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine (SAM), with the CAS number 29908-03-0, is a vital coenzyme involved in methylation reactions. Its chemical formula is C10H17N6O4S, and it functions as a methyl donor in biological systems. SAM plays a key role in DNA synthesis, neurotransmitter production, and detoxification processes. It is naturally present in all living cells and is essential for maintaining cellular function and metabolic balance.
About
CAS No
29908-03-0
English Name
S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine
Molecular Formula
C15H22N6O5S
Molecular Weight
398.4 g/mol
SMILES
C[S+](CCC(C(=O)[O-])N)CC1C(C(C(O1)N2C=NC3=C(N=CN=C32)N)O)O
InChIKey
MEFKEPWMEQBLKI-AIRLBKTGSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
