Methanethiol

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Also known as:  Mercaptomethane;  Methyl Mercaptan;  Methyl Sulfhydrate;  Methylthioalcohol;  Thiomethanol

 

Description

Methanethiol is an Toxic Amino Acid byproduct.

 

Toxic Effects of Methanethiol

Metabolism

 Excessive production of Methanethiol may cause serious problems within the Liver.

 

These Substances may Cause the Production of Methanethiol in the Body

Amino Acids

 Methanethiol is an unavoidable metabolite of Methionine.

 

Enzymes

 Methioninase catalyzes the (unavoidable) conversion of Methionine to Methanethiol (and Ammonia).

 

Chemical Data

Molecular Formula

 CH4S

 

 

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