Description

Butanoyl Coenzyme A (Sodium Salt) is a high-purity biochemical reagent, a key activated intermediate in metabolic pathways. This compound is essential for researchers studying fatty acid metabolism, enzyme kinetics, and cellular bioenergetics. It is primarily used in life science research, pharmaceutical development, and as a critical standard in analytical biochemistry.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Substrate for studies involving acyl-CoA synthetases, acyl-CoA dehydrogenases, and other enzymes in the β-oxidation pathway.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Used in in vitro assays to investigate fatty acid metabolism, energy production, and related disorders.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a reference standard and tool compound in drug discovery programs targeting metabolic diseases.
• Enzyme Characterization: Essential for determining kinetic parameters (Km, Vmax) and inhibition studies of CoA-dependent enzymes.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: A potential component in the formulation of diagnostic kits for metabolic condition screening.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for universities, contract research organizations (CROs), and biotech companies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanoyl Coenzyme A (Sodium Salt)
CAS No.	799812-79-6
Molecular Formula	C25H42N7O17P3S • xNa
Molecular Weight	Approx. 921.6 g/mol (Free acid)
Synonyms	Butyryl-CoA, Sodium Salt; Butanoyl-CoA; Coenzyme A, S-butanoyl-, sodium salt; Butyryl Coenzyme A; Butyryl-CoA (Na); C4-CoA; Butanoyl-Coenzyme A; Butyryl-Coenzyme A, Sodium Salt
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Quality Control

Our Butanoyl Coenzyme A (Sodium Salt) is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with lot-specific data 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). Allow the vial to reach room temperature in a desiccator before opening to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

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

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