Description

Methylmalonyl Coenzyme A Lithium is a high-purity biochemical reagent essential for research in metabolic pathways and enzyme function. This compound serves as a critical substrate and intermediate in the study of propionate metabolism and vitamin B12-dependent reactions. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors for enzyme assays, metabolic studies, and the development of therapeutic agents.

Application

• Enzymology Research: Used as a specific substrate for studying methylmalonyl-CoA mutase and other related enzymes.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A key intermediate for in vitro investigations of propionate and odd-chain fatty acid metabolism.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in screening assays and mechanistic studies for drugs targeting metabolic disorders like methylmalonic acidemia.
• Biochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor or building block in the enzymatic synthesis of complex natural products and labeled compounds.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Incorporated into test kits and calibrators for clinical diagnostics related to metabolic diseases.
• Academic Research: Fundamental tool for university and institutional labs focusing on biochemistry, molecular biology, and cellular metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylmalonyl Coenzyme A Lithium
CAS No.	104809-02-1
Molecular Formula	C25H40N7O19P3S • xLi
Molecular Weight	Approx. 867.6 (Free acid) + x(Li). Contact for exact details.
Synonyms	Methylmalonyl-CoA Lithium Salt; (2R)-2-Methyl-3-oxopropanoyl-CoA Lithium; S-Methylmalonylcoenzyme A Lithium; Methylmalonyl CoA Li; MM-CoA Li; 2-Methyl-3-oxopropanoyl-Coenzyme A Lithium; Propionyl-CoA, 2-methyl-3-oxo-, (2R)-, Lithium Salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methylmalonyl Coenzyme A Lithium is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability. For long-term storage, keep desiccated.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or lyophilized solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Assay (Enzymatic)	≥ 90%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%

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