Coenzyme A, S-hexadecanoate, also known as palmitoyl-CoA, is a thioester derivative of coenzyme A and hexadecanoic acid (palmitic acid). It plays a crucial role in various metabolic pathways, particularly in fatty acid metabolism and the synthesis of lipids. This compound is characterized by its involvement in the activation of fatty acids for subsequent beta-oxidation, which is essential for energy production in cells. Structurally, it features a coenzyme A moiety linked to a long-chain fatty acid, imparting hydrophobic properties that facilitate its interaction with lipid membranes and enzymes. Coenzyme A, S-hexadecanoate is also important in the synthesis of complex lipids and serves as a substrate for acylation reactions. Its presence is vital in cellular processes, including the synthesis of cholesterol and steroid hormones. Additionally, it is involved in the regulation of various metabolic pathways, highlighting its significance in biochemistry and cellular physiology.

Coenzyme A, S-hexadecanoate

1763-10-6: Coenzyme A, S-palmitate, Coenzyme A, palmitate, Hexadecanoyl-CoA, Hexadecanoyl-coenzyme A, Palmitoyl CoA, Palmitoyl coenzyme A, Palmityl coenzyme A, Palmityl-CoA, S-Palmitoylcoenzym A, S-Palmityl coenzyme A, S-Palmityl-CoA, S-palmitoilcoenzima A, S-palmitoylcoenzyme A,  S-{1-[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(6-amino-9H-purin-9-yl)-4-hydroxy-3-(phosphonooxy)tetrahydrofuran-2-yl]-3,5,9-trihydroxy-8,8-dimethyl-3,5-dioxido-10,14-dioxo-2,4,6-trioxa-11,15-diaza-3lambda~5~,5lambda~5~-diphosphaheptadecan-17-yl} hexadecanethioate (non-preferred name), Coenzyme A, S-hexadecanoate,  Coenzyme A, S-hexadecanoate,  S-{(3S,5R,9R)-1-[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(6-amino-9H-purin-9-yl)-4-hydroxy-3-(phosphonooxy)tetrahydrofuran-2-yl]-3,5,9-trihydroxy-8,8-dimethyl-3,5-dioxido-10,14-dioxo-2,4,6-trioxa-11,15-diaza-3lambda~5~,5lambda~5~-diphosphaheptadecan-17-yl} hexadecanethioate (non-preferred name),  S-{1-[5-(6-amino-9H-purin-9-yl)-4-hydroxy-3-(phosphonooxy)tetrahydrofuran-2-yl]-3,5,9-trihydroxy-8,8-dimethyl-3,5-dioxido-10,14-dioxo-2,4,6-trioxa-11,15-diaza-3lambda~5~,5lambda~5~-diphosphaheptadecan-17-yl} hexadecanethioate (non-preferred name)

CAS 1763-10-6: Coenzyme A, S-hexadecanoate

Hexadecanoyl Coenzyme A Free acid

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