Coenzyme A

Introduction:

Coenzyme A is, a coenzyme. It is also known as a cofactor. The terms cofactor and coenzyme can be used interchangeably. They are chemical compounds that are bound to proteins in the body. Without a cofactor attached, a protein cannot carry out its biological function.

Function:

The most important function of coenzyme A is to aid in oxidizing and synthesizing fatty acids. It is also used as a substrate in the enzymes of all sequenced genomes, and is used in 4% of cellular enzymes. In addition, coenzyme A is responsible for helping to maintain the citric acid cycle, by oxidizing pyruvate. This coenzyme begins its life as pantothenate and is converted through a five-step process into a usable form.

Specification:

Appearance: Characters White orYellow slightly powder,Alliaceous odor similarity, hygroscopic.

Identification: (Ultraviolet spectrophotometric method ):

(1) Maximum absorptance at 258nm (2) Minimum absorptance at 230nm

Loss on dry:≤5.0%

Homogeneous: Conform

Pyrogen:Conform

Potency:≥250U/mg

Standard: State standard

Package: Alumumin tin,Alumumin bag or as per customer's request

Storage: In sealed ,Cool and Dry place

CAS 85-61-0 / Coenzyme A