2-Butenoyl coenzyme A lithium salt (CAS 102680-35-3)

2-Butenoyl coenzyme A lithium salt is a specific form of activated unsaturated fatty acid, where 2-butenoyl is thioesterified to coenzyme A (CoA), and the molecule is stabilized as a lithium salt. This modification is for the compound′s solubility and stability, making it suitable for various biochemical studies and applications. Coenzyme A is a central molecule in metabolism, playing a pivotal role in the synthesis and oxidation of fatty acids, as well as in the Krebs cycle where energy is produced within cells. The thioester bond between the 2-butenoyl group and CoA is highly energetic, making this compound an important intermediate in metabolic pathways related to lipid metabolism and energy production. This compound is used in environments where lithium′s stabilizing effects are beneficial, such as in enzymatic assays, metabolic studies, and research on biochemical pathways. Lithium salts are often preferred in biochemical preparations for their solubility and the supportive role lithium ions can play in the stability of complex biomolecules.