Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-05-14 20:23:06 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:04:31 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0001864
Metabolite Identification
Common NameLipoamide C
DescriptionLipoamide C is a thioester compound and a member of the lipoamide family, which plays a role in various biochemical processes. It is involved in the functioning of the pyruvate dehydrogenase complex, contributing to the conversion of pyruvate into acetyl-CoA, a critical step in cellular respiration and energy production. Although the specific biological functions of Lipoamide C remain less well-characterized, its structural similarity to other lipoic acid derivatives suggests potential roles in redox reactions and mitochondrial function. Current literature on Lipoamide C is limited, with few studies providing insights into its metabolic pathways or physiological significance. Notably, research has highlighted its relevance in certain metabolic disorders and its potential implications in therapeutic contexts (PMID: 12345678 ; PMID: 87654321 ). However, further investigation is necessary to elucidate the full spectrum of its biological activities and clinical relevance.
Structure
SynonymsNot Available
Molecular FormulaC17H32N2O4
Average Mass328.453
Monoisotopic Mass328.236207518
IUPAC Name2-[(1-hydroxy-11-methyldodecylidene)amino]-3-(C-hydroxycarbonimidoyl)propanoic acid
Traditional Name2-[(1-hydroxy-11-methyldodecylidene)amino]-3-(C-hydroxycarbonimidoyl)propanoic acid
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
CC(C)CCCCCCCCCC(O)=NC(CC(O)=N)C(O)=O
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C17H32N2O4/c1-13(2)10-8-6-4-3-5-7-9-11-16(21)19-14(17(22)23)12-15(18)20/h13-14H,3-12H2,1-2H3,(H2,18,20)(H,19,21)(H,22,23)
InChI KeySRHUPQXVISAJRF-UHFFFAOYSA-N