Description

(C5:1) Coenzyme A Lithium Salt is a high-purity, chemically defined derivative of the essential metabolic cofactor Coenzyme A. This specific unsaturated analog is critical for advanced biochemical research and the development of novel enzymatic assays and metabolic pathway studies. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, diagnostic manufacturers, and academic institutions focused on lipid metabolism, enzyme kinetics, and cellular bioenergetics.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Development: Essential substrate for studying acyl-CoA synthetases, acyltransferases, and other enzymes involved in lipid biosynthesis and modification.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Used as a key component in enzymatic assay kits for clinical diagnostics, particularly those measuring specific metabolic functions.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a reference standard and a critical raw material in the research of metabolic disorders and drug discovery programs targeting metabolic pathways.
• Enzymology Studies: Employed in kinetic studies to investigate the mechanism and specificity of enzymes that utilize CoA derivatives.
• Cell Culture & Metabolism Research: Used in specialized media formulations or as a supplement to study the effects of specific acyl-CoA pools on cellular function.

Basic Information

Product Name	(C5:1) Coenzyme A Lithium Salt
CAS No.	108347-83-7
Molecular Formula	C26H42N7O17P3S • xLi+
Molecular Weight	Approx. 921.6 (Free acid), Contact for exact salt form weight.
Synonyms	trans-δ²-Pentenoyl-CoA Lithium Salt; 2-Pentenoyl-Coenzyme A Lithium Salt; Unsaturated C5:1 Acyl-CoA; Pent-2-enoyl-CoA Lithium; δ²-Pentenoyl-Coenzyme A Li Salt; CoA C5:1 (unsaturated) Lithium Salt; S-Pentenoylcoenzyme A Lithium
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (C5:1) Coenzyme A Lithium Salt is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, purity, and related substances, ensuring compliance with research and development grade specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, keep desiccated. Aliquot into single-use vials to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

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

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