Microbial
Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-11-19 15:46:02 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:08:06 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0047853
Metabolite Identification
Common Nameketo-D-fructose
Descriptionketo-D-fructose is a keto sugar belonging to the class of carbohydrates. Its chemical structure features a ketone functional group, distinguishing it from its aldose counterparts. In metabolic pathways, keto-D-fructose plays a role in various biochemical processes, including fermentation and interactions with proteins. For instance, 5-keto-D-fructose has been identified as a promising donor substrate in enzymatic reactions, outperforming conventional substrates like lithium hydroxypyruvate (PMID:40515755 ). Additionally, the production of formic acid from keto-D-fructose has been explored in polar aprotic solvents, revealing insights into its reactivity (PMID:39400006 ). The interaction of keto-D-fructose with human serum albumin has been studied using advanced techniques such as fluorescent spectroscopy and molecular dynamics, highlighting its potential biological relevance (PMID:36496372 ). Furthermore, 5-keto-D-fructose is noted for its sweet taste, comparable to that of fructose, making it a candidate for natural sweeteners (PMID:36496372 ). The optimization of its production process is crucial for competitiveness in the sweetener market, as demonstrated by research focusing on yield and productivity (PMID:36496372 ). Overall, keto-D-fructose is an important metabolite with diverse applications in chemistry and potential in food science.
Structure
SynonymsNot Available
Molecular FormulaC6H12O6
Average Mass180.1559
Monoisotopic Mass180.063388116
IUPAC Name1,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexan-2-one
Traditional Namesorbose
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
OCC(O)C(O)C(O)C(=O)CO
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C6H12O6/c7-1-3(9)5(11)6(12)4(10)2-8/h3,5-9,11-12H,1-2H2
InChI KeyBJHIKXHVCXFQLS-UHFFFAOYSA-N