Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-05-15 09:37:10 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:06:58 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0019561
Metabolite Identification
Common NameNidulalin B
DescriptionNidulalin B is a secondary metabolite belonging to the class of polyketides. Its chemical structure features a complex arrangement of carbon rings and functional groups that contribute to its unique properties. Nidulalin B is synthesized through polyketide biosynthetic pathways, which involve the enzymatic assembly of acetyl-CoA and malonyl-CoA units, leading to the formation of its characteristic polycyclic structure. This compound is related to other known metabolites such as secalonic acids and hypothemycin derivatives, which share similar biosynthetic origins (PMID:25574154 ). In biological contexts, nidulalin B may interact with various cellular pathways, although specific mechanisms of action remain to be fully elucidated. Its structural similarities to other polyketides suggest potential roles in microbial defense or competition, as many compounds in this class exhibit bioactive properties, including antifungal and antibacterial activities. Further research is warranted to explore the full range of nidulalin B's biological activities and its potential applications in pharmacology.
Structure
Synonyms
ValueSource
Methyl 2-(2,6-dihydroxy-4-methylbenzoyl)-6-hydroxybenzoic acidGenerator
Molecular FormulaC16H14O6
Average Mass302.282
Monoisotopic Mass302.079038171
IUPAC Namemethyl 2-(2,6-dihydroxy-4-methylbenzoyl)-6-hydroxybenzoate
Traditional Namemethyl 2-(2,6-dihydroxy-4-methylbenzoyl)-6-hydroxybenzoate
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
COC(=O)C1=C(O)C=CC=C1C(=O)C1=C(O)C=C(C)C=C1O
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C16H14O6/c1-8-6-11(18)14(12(19)7-8)15(20)9-4-3-5-10(17)13(9)16(21)22-2/h3-7,17-19H,1-2H3
InChI KeyGCRNYQHKTZTJPJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N