Decanoyl coenzyme A monohydrate is widely used in biochemical research to study fatty acid metabolism and enzyme activity. It serves as a substrate for acyl-CoA dehydrogenases, aiding in the investigation of mitochondrial beta-oxidation pathways. This compound is also utilized in enzymatic assays to measure the activity of acyl-CoA synthetases and other enzymes involved in lipid biosynthesis. Additionally, it plays a role in studying the regulation of metabolic processes and the production of energy in cells. Its applications extend to the development of therapeutic strategies for metabolic disorders, such as fatty acid oxidation defects.