Description

Dl-β-Hydroxybutyryl Coenzyme A Lithium Salt is a high-purity biochemical reagent, a key intermediate in lipid metabolism and ketone body synthesis pathways. Its primary value lies in enabling critical enzymatic research and diagnostic assay development, particularly for studying fatty acid oxidation and metabolic disorders. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical development, and clinical diagnostics sectors.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a substrate or intermediate for studying enzymes like β-ketothiolase and 3-hydroxyacyl-CoA dehydrogenase in the fatty acid β-oxidation cycle.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of in vitro diagnostic (IVD) kits for detecting metabolic conditions related to ketosis or fatty acid metabolism defects.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a reference standard or starting material in the synthesis and quality control of novel therapeutics targeting metabolic pathways.
• Enzyme Activity Assays: Critical for kinetic studies and high-throughput screening (HTS) to measure enzyme activity or inhibition in drug discovery.
• Metabolomics Studies: Used as a standard for the identification and quantification of Coenzyme A esters in complex biological samples via LC-MS or NMR.
• Nutritional Science Research: Investigated for its role in ketone body metabolism and energy homeostasis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-β-Hydroxybutyryl Coenzyme A Lithium Salt
CAS No.	103404-51-9
Molecular Formula	C25H42N7O18P3S • xLi
Molecular Weight	Approx. 837.6 g/mol (Free acid), Contact for exact salt form.
Synonyms	(R,S)-3-Hydroxybutyryl-CoA Lithium Salt; DL-3-Hydroxybutyryl Coenzyme A Lithium Salt; (±)-3-Hydroxybutyryl-CoA Lithium; 3-Hydroxybutanoyl-CoA Lithium Salt; β-Hydroxybutyryl-CoA Li Salt; Hydroxybutyryl-Coenzyme A Lithium; HBCoA Lithium Salt; CoA C4:0(3-OH) Lithium Salt.
EINECS	Contact for details.

Quality Control

Our Dl-β-Hydroxybutyryl Coenzyme A Lithium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and diagnostic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a desiccated environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. For long-term stability, store under an inert atmosphere. Allow the sealed vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or lyophilized solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Biological Activity	Functional in standard enzyme assays

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.