Coenzyme Q10 (Ubidecarenone)

Product Name: Coenzyme Q10
CAS #: 303-98-0
Molecular formula: C59H90O4
Molucular weight: 863.34
Synonyms: Ubiquinone-10, CoQ10, Ubiquinone 50, Ubidecarenone
Formulation: Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Purity: 98.0-101.0% (USP28)
Application/Function: Coenzyme Q10 (also known as ubiquinone, ubidecarenone, coenzyme Q, and abbreviated at times to CoQ10, CoQ, Q10, or simply Q) is a 1,4-benzoquinone, where Q refers to the quinone chemical group, and 10 refers to the isoprenyl chemical subunits.
This vitamin-like substance is present in most eukaryotic cells, primarily in the mitochondria. It is a component of the electron transport chain and participates in aerobic cellular respiration, generating energy in the form of ATP. Ninety-five percent of the human body’s energy is generated this way.Therefore, those organs with the highest energy requirements—such as the heart and the liver—have the highest CoQ10 concentrations.
Biochemical role
CoQ is found in the membranes of many organelles. Since its primary function in cells is in generating energy, the highest concentration is found on the inner membrane of the mitochondrion. Some other organelles that contain CoQ10 include endoplasmic reticulum, peroxisomes, lysosomes, and vesicles.
Supplementation
Because of its ability to transfer electrons and therefore act as an antioxidant, Coenzyme Q is used as a dietary supplement.
According to the Mayo Clinic