Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-05-15 05:04:36 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:06:12 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0013877
Metabolite Identification
Common NameRimboxo
DescriptionRimboxo is a novel oxolane compound belonging to the class of metabolites. It was identified in a study involving the bacterium Enterobacter cloacae, which revealed Rimboxo as a unique chemical entity alongside three other known compounds (PMID:26252083 ). The presence of such metabolites in microbial systems highlights the intricate biochemical pathways and potential ecological roles they may play. While the primary focus of the research was on the chemical characterization of Rimboxo, its biological implications remain an area of interest, as metabolites often contribute to interactions within microbial communities and can have effects on host organisms. Further studies could elucidate the specific functions and mechanisms of action of Rimboxo, particularly in relation to its biosynthetic origins and potential applications in biotechnology or pharmacology. Understanding the chemistry of Rimboxo and its biological significance could provide insights into microbial metabolism and its contributions to environmental and health-related contexts.
Structure
SynonymsNot Available
Molecular FormulaC8H12O4
Average Mass172.18
Monoisotopic Mass172.073558866
IUPAC Name2,5,8,11-tetraoxatricyclo[7.3.0.0^{3,7}]dodecane
Traditional Name2,5,8,11-tetraoxatricyclo[7.3.0.0^{3,7}]dodecane
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
C1OCC2OC3COCC3OC12
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C8H12O4/c1-5-6(2-9-1)12-8-4-10-3-7(8)11-5/h5-8H,1-4H2
InChI KeySSCNGZRUIGSXRM-UHFFFAOYSA-N