Description

Coenzyme A n-Heptanoyl Derivative (C7:0), Lithium Salt is a specialized, high-purity biochemical reagent designed for advanced research and industrial biocatalysis. This compound serves as a critical acyl-CoA analog, enabling the study and manipulation of fatty acid metabolism and enzyme kinetics. It is essential for scientists and process developers in pharmaceutical research, metabolic pathway analysis, and the synthesis of fine chemicals where precise control over acyl-transfer reactions is required.

Application

• Enzymology Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in studies of acyl-CoA utilizing enzymes such as acyl-CoA synthetases, dehydrogenases, and transferases.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A key tool for probing and modulating β-oxidation and other fatty acid metabolic pathways in cellular and biochemical assays.
• Biocatalyst Development: Serves as a cofactor analog in the engineering and screening of enzymes for industrial biocatalysis and green chemistry applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of drug candidates targeting metabolic disorders.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of specialized diagnostic kits for measuring specific enzyme activities.
• Academic & Institutional Research: A vital reagent for universities and research institutes focusing on lipid biochemistry and molecular biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Coenzyme A n-Heptanoyl Derivative (C7:0), Lithium Salt
CAS No.	141294-80-6
Molecular Formula	C28H49N7O17P3Li
Molecular Weight	879.62 g/mol (Lithium Salt)
Synonyms	Heptanoyl-Coenzyme A Lithium Salt; n-Heptanoyl-CoA Li Salt; C7:0-CoA; CoA-C7:0; Heptanoyl-CoA; 3'-Phosphoadenosine 5'-(3-[(3R)-3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-4-oxo-4-{[3-oxo-3-({2-[(1-oxioheptyl)sulfanyl]ethyl})amino)propyl]amino}butyl] dihydrogen diphosphate) Lithium Salt; CoASH(C7:0) Li Salt; Acyl-CoA (C7:0)
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Quality Control

Our Coenzyme A n-Heptanoyl Derivative (C7:0), Lithium Salt is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters 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). For long-term storage, keep desiccated. Allow the sealed vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in water

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