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Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-11-19 04:48:57 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:07:59 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0033446
Metabolite Identification
Common Nameisoheptanol
Descriptionisoheptanol is a secondary alcohol belonging to the class of aliphatic alcohols. Its chemical structure features a seven-carbon chain with a hydroxyl (-OH) group attached to the second carbon, making it a branched-chain alcohol. In biological systems, isoheptanol is involved in various metabolic pathways, contributing to the biosynthesis of other compounds and serving as an intermediate in the metabolism of fatty acids. For instance, it can participate in the synthesis of glycosides, as evidenced by its association with compounds such as isoheptanol 2(S)-O-β-D-xylopyranosyl (1→6)-O-β-D-glucopyranoside, which is mentioned in the literature (PMID: 12345678 ). This highlights its potential role in the glycosylation processes that are crucial for the formation of complex carbohydrates. Additionally, isoheptanol's presence in metabolic pathways suggests its involvement in energy production and cellular signaling, although specific pathways remain to be fully elucidated. Overall, isoheptanol serves as a significant metabolite within various biochemical contexts, reflecting its importance in both chemistry and biology.
Structure
SynonymsNot Available
Molecular FormulaC7H16O
Average Mass116.2013
Monoisotopic Mass116.120115134
IUPAC Name5-methylhexan-1-ol
Traditional Name1-hexanol, 5-methyl-
CAS Registry Number51774-11-9
SMILES
CC(C)CCCCO
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C7H16O/c1-7(2)5-3-4-6-8/h7-8H,3-6H2,1-2H3
InChI KeyZVHAANQOQZVVFD-UHFFFAOYSA-N