Coenzyme A

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Coenzyme A Structure
Coenzyme A structure
Common Name Coenzyme A
CAS Number 85-61-0 Molecular Weight 767.534
Density 2.0±0.1 g/cm3 Boiling Point 146 - 147
Molecular Formula C21H36N7O16P3S Melting Point -5ºC
MSDS N/A Flash Point N/A

 Use of Coenzyme A


Coenzyme A is is an obligatory cofactor in all living cells synthesised from pantothenate (Vitamin B5), adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and cysteine. Covalent binding of Coenzyme A to Peroxiredoxin 5 (Prdx5) results in complete inhibition of its peroxidase activity, which is reversed by reduction with DTT.Coenzyme A and its thioester derivatives are key players in major catabolic and anabolic pathways and the regulation of gene expression. Many human pathologies, including cancer, diabetes and neurodegeneration, have been associated with abnormal biosynthesis and homeostasis of CoA and its derivatives[1].

Summary: Coenzyme A (Chinese name: 辅酶A, CAS number: 85-61-0) is an important coenzyme with a molecular formula of C21H36N7O16P3S and a molecular weight of 767.534. It appears as a transparent golden liquid with a foul odor, with a melting point of -5°C and a boiling point of 146-147°C. Its density is 2.0±0.1 g/cm3. For research-use only, not for medical or clinical usage.


 Names

This table lists Chinese names, IUPAC names and various aliases of this chemical substance.

Name coenzyme A
Synonym More Synonyms

 Coenzyme A Biological Activity

This table contains bioactivity, target information and biological‑assay experimental data of this compound.

Description Coenzyme A is is an obligatory cofactor in all living cells synthesised from pantothenate (Vitamin B5), adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and cysteine. Covalent binding of Coenzyme A to Peroxiredoxin 5 (Prdx5) results in complete inhibition of its peroxidase activity, which is reversed by reduction with DTT.Coenzyme A and its thioester derivatives are key players in major catabolic and anabolic pathways and the regulation of gene expression. Many human pathologies, including cancer, diabetes and neurodegeneration, have been associated with abnormal biosynthesis and homeostasis of CoA and its derivatives[1].
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References

[1]. Baković J, et al. A key metabolic integrator, coenzyme A, modulates the activity of peroxiredoxin 5 via covalent modification. Mol Cell Biochem. 2019 Aug 2.

 Chemical & Physical Properties

This table shows physicochemical parameters including melting point, boiling point, density, solubility and optical rotation. Missing data is marked as N/A.

Density 2.0±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling Point 146 - 147
Melting Point -5ºC
Molecular Formula C21H36N7O16P3S
Molecular Weight 767.534
Exact Mass 767.115234
PSA 414.79000
LogP -4.02
Index of Refraction 1.737
InChIKey RGJOEKWQDUBAIZ-LMNWYZMXSA-N
SMILES CC(C)(COP(=O)(O)OP(=O)(O)OCC1OC(n2cnc3c(N)ncnc32)C(O)C1OP(=O)(O)O)C(O)C(=O)NCCC(=O)NCCS
Storage condition −20°C

 MSDS

This table provides MSDS information including hazard classification, first‑aid, fire‑fighting, spill handling, operation and storage instructions.

 Safety Information

This table covers safety warnings, protective measures, incompatible substances and disposal guidelines for this compound.

Safety Phrases S24/25
WGK Germany 3

 Synthetic Route

This table presents publicly reported synthetic routes, reaction conditions, reactants and product information of the compound.

 Synonyms

This table collects all English aliases, systematic names and CAS‑related synonyms of the compound.

Coalip
COA-SH
coenzyme-A
EINECS 201-619-0
CoASH
Lucina
[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(6-Amino-9H-purin-9-yl)-4-hydroxy-3-(phosphonooxy)tetrahydro-2-furanyl]methyl (3R)-3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-4-oxo-4-({3-oxo-3-[(2-sulfanylethyl)amino]propyl}amino)butyl dihydrogen diphosphate
CoA
Thiol-CoA
co-enzyme-A
MFCD06795839
HSCoA
HS-CoA
CONENZYME A
Coenzyme A
Aluzime
Adenosine, 5'-O-[hydroxy[[hydroxy[(3R)-3-hydroxy-4-[[3-[(2-mercaptoethyl)amino]-3-oxopropyl]amino]-2,2-dimethyl-4-oxobutoxy]phosphinyl]oxy]phosphinyl]-, 3'-(dihydrogen phosphate)
Coenzym A

 Coenzyme A | FAQ

This section contains frequently‑asked‑questions about this compound, including basic parameters, properties, storage conditions and corresponding answers.

Q: What is the English name of coenzyme A?
A: The English name of coenzyme A is coenzyme A.
Q: What is the polar surface area (PSA) of coenzyme A?
A: Polar surface area (PSA) of coenzyme A is 414.79000.
Q: What are the storage conditions for coenzyme A?
A: Storage conditions for coenzyme A: −20°C.
Q: What is the boiling point of coenzyme A?
A: Boiling point of coenzyme A is 146 - 147.
Q: What is the molecular formula of coenzyme A?
A: Molecular formula of coenzyme A is C21H36N7O16P3S.
Q: What are the downstream products of coenzyme A?
A: Related downstream products(CAS) of coenzyme A: 51146-56-6;1926-57-4;2140-48-9;61-19-8;70-18-8;6477-52-7;31664-36-5;79-83-4.
Q: What are the upstream materials of coenzyme A?
A: Related upstream materials(CAS) of coenzyme A: 52-90-4;79-83-4;56-65-5;70-18-8;31664-36-5;6477-52-7;1264-52-4;1763-10-6;56-40-6.
Q: What is the melting point of coenzyme A?
A: Melting point of coenzyme A is -5ºC.
Q: What is the InChIKey of coenzyme A?
A: InChIKey of coenzyme A is RGJOEKWQDUBAIZ-LMNWYZMXSA-N.
Q: What is the SMILES notation of coenzyme A?
A: SMILES notation of coenzyme A is CC(C)(COP(=O)(O)OP(=O)(O)OCC1OC(n2cnc3c(N)ncnc32)C(O)C1OP(=O)(O)O)C(O)C(=O)NCCC(=O)NCCS.

 Coenzyme Afactory

This table lists manufacturers and suppliers of this compound, including vendor names and product supply reference information.

Shanghai Nianxing Industrial Co., Ltd
Dayang Chem (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd.
Henan Tianfu Chemical Co., Ltd.
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