Amino Acids
Methionine
Also known as: DL-Methionine · L-Methionine · MHA (methionine hydroxy analogue)
First-limiting amino acid in poultry diets. DL-Met (99%) and liquid MHA (88%) are the commercial forms.
Applications by species
broilerslayersbreedersturkeyswineshrimpsalmon
Top global export origins
Malaysia Germany France United States China Singapore
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Certifications & quality standards
GMP+ FAMI-QS Halal Kosher
Buyer considerations
Advantages
- Critical for feather development, egg production, immune function
Constraints & risks
- Global capacity ~1.5 Mt — concentrated in 4 producers
Frequently asked questions
DL-Met vs MHA — which is better?
On equimolar Met basis, both perform equivalently in most trials. Handling and mixing considerations differ; local price rules.
How much methionine in layer feed?
Typically 0.38–0.45% total Met (0.35% SID Met) in peak layer diet.
Who are the main producers?
Adisseo, Evonik, Novus, Sumitomo, CJ. FeedMatch Group RFQs compare current CIF.