Microbial
Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-11-19 15:45:32 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:08:05 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0047844
Metabolite Identification
Common Namebeta-D-Fructofuranose 6-phosphate
Descriptionbeta-D-Fructofuranose 6-phosphate is a carbohydrate metabolite belonging to the class of phosphorylated sugars. Its chemical structure features a fructofuranose ring with a phosphate group at the 6-position, which plays a crucial role in various metabolic pathways. This compound is an intermediate in the fructose metabolism pathway, where it is involved in the conversion of fructose to glucose-6-phosphate, linking it to glycolysis and gluconeogenesis. Additionally, beta-D-Fructofuranose 6-phosphate can participate in the synthesis of nucleotides and nucleic acids, highlighting its importance in cellular energy metabolism and biosynthetic processes. The preparation of its carbocyclic analog has been documented, showcasing the compound's relevance in synthetic organic chemistry (PMID:2073635 ). Understanding the chemical properties and biological roles of beta-D-Fructofuranose 6-phosphate enhances our knowledge of carbohydrate metabolism and its implications in health and disease.
Structure
Synonyms
ValueSource
Β-D-fructofuranose 6-phosphoric acidGenerator
Molecular FormulaC6H11O9P
Average Mass258.12
Monoisotopic Mass258.015166092
IUPAC Name[3,4,5-trihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]methyl phosphate
Traditional Name[3,4,5-trihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]methyl phosphate
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
OCC1(O)OC(COP([O-])([O-])=O)C(O)C1O
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C6H13O9P/c7-2-6(10)5(9)4(8)3(15-6)1-14-16(11,12)13/h3-5,7-10H,1-2H2,(H2,11,12,13)/p-2
InChI KeyBGWGXPAPYGQALX-UHFFFAOYSA-L