Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-05-15 05:38:59 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:06:18 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0014667
Metabolite Identification
Common NameMethylenolactocin
DescriptionMethylenolactocin is a γ-butyrolactone class compound and a metabolite described in biomedical literature. Its synthesis has been explored through various methodologies, showcasing its potential utility in organic chemistry. For instance, the formal synthesis of (+)-methylenolactocin was demonstrated, highlighting its accessibility for research applications (PMID:36861961 ). Additionally, a protecting-group-free synthesis method has been reported, which includes methylenolactocin among other compounds (PMID:27995236 ). The compound's synthetic utility is further emphasized by enantioselective synthesis techniques, achieving high enantiomeric excesses through kinetic enzymatic resolutions (PMID:25581906 ). Furthermore, innovative approaches such as polar radical crossover cycloaddition reactions have enabled the diastereoselective synthesis of methylenolactocin (PMID:25190259 ). Its relevance is underscored by its association with biologically significant paraconic acids, which possess antibiotic and antitumor properties, indicating potential therapeutic applications (PMID:12506382 ). Overall, methylenolactocin represents a significant target for synthetic chemists and biologists alike, given its intricate synthesis pathways and biological implications.
Structure
Synonyms
ValueSource
4-Methylidene-5-oxo-2-pentyloxolane-3-carboxylateGenerator
3-Carboxy-2-methylene-4-nonanolideMeSH
Molecular FormulaC11H16O4
Average Mass212.245
Monoisotopic Mass212.104858995
IUPAC Name4-methylidene-5-oxo-2-pentyloxolane-3-carboxylic acid
Traditional Name4-methylidene-5-oxo-2-pentyloxolane-3-carboxylic acid
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
CCCCCC1OC(=O)C(=C)C1C(O)=O
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C11H16O4/c1-3-4-5-6-8-9(10(12)13)7(2)11(14)15-8/h8-9H,2-6H2,1H3,(H,12,13)
InChI KeyYZCRACGZKLIGLZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N