Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-05-15 02:13:41 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:05:40 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0009823
Metabolite Identification
Common NameMonacolin K
DescriptionMonacolin K is a polyketide compound belonging to the class of statins, primarily known for its cholesterol-lowering properties. It is produced by the fermentation of certain fungi, particularly Monascus species, which also yield the red pigment used in food products. Monacolin K exerts its biological effects by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme crucial for cholesterol biosynthesis, thus contributing to reduced serum cholesterol levels. In industrial applications, Monacolin K is a significant metabolite alongside monascus red pigment, emphasizing its dual role in both health and food industries (PMID:40992858 ). Recent studies have highlighted the accumulation of Monacolin K during fermentation processes, with observed concentrations reaching 24.96 mg/kg, alongside increases in total phenolics, flavonoids, and saponins, indicating a complex interplay of bioactive compounds during production (PMID:40992340 ). The absence of citrinin, a potential mycotoxin, in these processes further underscores the safety and efficacy of Monacolin K as a functional ingredient. Overall, Monacolin K represents a valuable biochemically active compound with applications in health and nutrition.
Structure
Synonyms
ValueSource
Lovastatin, 1 alpha isomerMeSH
MevinolinMeSH
1 alpha-Isomer lovastatinMeSH
6-MethylcompactinMeSH
Lovastatin, (1 alpha(s*))-isomerMeSH
Lovastatin, 1 alpha-isomerMeSH
6 MethylcompactinMeSH
LovastatinMeSH
MevacorMeSH
Monacolin KMeSH
alpha-Isomer lovastatin, 1MeSH
Molecular FormulaC24H36O5
Average Mass404.547
Monoisotopic Mass404.256274259
IUPAC Name(1S,3R,7S,8S,8aR)-8-{2-[(2R,4R)-4-hydroxy-6-oxooxan-2-yl]ethyl}-3,7-dimethyl-1,2,3,7,8,8a-hexahydronaphthalen-1-yl (2R)-2-methylbutanoate
Traditional Name(1S,3R,7S,8S,8aR)-8-{2-[(2R,4R)-4-hydroxy-6-oxooxan-2-yl]ethyl}-3,7-dimethyl-1,2,3,7,8,8a-hexahydronaphthalen-1-yl (2R)-2-methylbutanoate
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
[H][C@@](C)(CC)C(=O)O[C@@]1([H])C[C@@]([H])(C)C=C2C=C[C@]([H])(C)[C@]([H])(CC[C@]3([H])C[C@@]([H])(O)CC(=O)O3)[C@@]12[H]
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C24H36O5/c1-5-15(3)24(27)29-21-11-14(2)10-17-7-6-16(4)20(23(17)21)9-8-19-12-18(25)13-22(26)28-19/h6-7,10,14-16,18-21,23,25H,5,8-9,11-13H2,1-4H3/t14-,15+,16-,18+,19+,20-,21-,23-/m0/s1
InChI KeyPCZOHLXUXFIOCF-YPQFMRJXSA-N