
Catalog Number	AR00FAK6
Chemical Name	S-Methyl-L-cysteine sulfoxide
CAS Number	6853-87-8
Molecular Formula	C4H9NO3S
Molecular Weight	151.1842
MDL Number	MFCD00152132
SMILES	CS(=O)C[C@@H](C(=O)O)N

S-Methyl-L-cysteine sulfoxide, also known as methiin, plays a crucial role in chemical synthesis as a versatile precursor in various reactions. With its unique chemical structure, S-Methyl-L-cysteine sulfoxide serves as a key building block for the synthesis of organic compounds, pharmaceuticals, and natural products.In chemical synthesis, S-Methyl-L-cysteine sulfoxide undergoes transformations such as oxidation and reduction reactions to yield a wide range of functional groups and structural motifs. Its sulfoxide group can be selectively manipulated to introduce chirality and stereochemistry into complex molecular structures. Moreover, the sulfur-containing moiety in S-Methyl-L-cysteine sulfoxide provides unique reactivity patterns, enabling the formation of sulfur-containing heterocycles and bioactive molecules.Furthermore, S-Methyl-L-cysteine sulfoxide's compatibility with different reaction conditions and its ability to participate in diverse chemical transformations make it a valuable tool in the synthesis of novel compounds with potential applications in medicinal chemistry, materials science, and agrochemicals. Its presence in natural sources also inspires the development of bio-inspired synthetic strategies for accessing biologically active molecules.Overall, the strategic incorporation of S-Methyl-L-cysteine sulfoxide into synthetic pathways unlocks new opportunities for designing and accessing structurally diverse and functionally rich compounds with tailored properties and activities.