Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2022-04-29 21:55:06 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:08:11 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0048267
Metabolite Identification
Common Name2-Hydroxy-3-keto-5-methylthiopentenyl-1-phosphate
Description2-Hydroxy-3-keto-5-methylthiopentenyl-1-phosphate is a phosphometabolite belonging to the class of thiol-derived compounds. Its chemical structure features a hydroxyl group, a keto group, and a methylthio substituent on a pentenyl backbone, which contributes to its unique reactivity and biological roles. This compound is involved in various biochemical pathways, particularly in the metabolism of sulfur-containing compounds. The crystal structure of MtnX phosphatase from Bacillus subtilis, resolved at 2.0 angstroms, elucidates the enzymatic mechanism for the hydrolysis of 2-hydroxy-3-keto-5-methylthiopentenyl-1-phosphate, highlighting its role in phosphomonoester hydrolysis (PMID:17654724 ). This indicates its significance in the regulation of metabolic pathways where phosphate transfer and sulfur metabolism are critical. Understanding the chemical properties and biological interactions of this metabolite can provide insights into its functional roles in microbial physiology and potential applications in biotechnology.
Structure
Synonyms
ValueSource
2-Hydroxy-3-keto-5-methylthiopentenyl-1-phosphateChEBI
2-Hydroxy-5-(methylthio)-3-oxopent-1-enyl phosphateChEBI
2-Hydroxy-3-keto-5-methylthiopentenyl-1-phosphoric acidGenerator
2-Hydroxy-5-(methylthio)-3-oxopent-1-enyl phosphoric acidGenerator
Molecular FormulaC6H11O6PS
Average Mass242.18
Monoisotopic Mass242.001396246
IUPAC Name{[2-hydroxy-5-(methylsulfanyl)-3-oxopent-1-en-1-yl]oxy}phosphonic acid
Traditional Name[2-hydroxy-5-(methylsulfanyl)-3-oxopent-1-en-1-yl]oxyphosphonic acid
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
[H]C(OP(O)(O)=O)=C(O)C(=O)CCSC
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C6H11O6PS/c1-14-3-2-5(7)6(8)4-12-13(9,10)11/h4,8H,2-3H2,1H3,(H2,9,10,11)
InChI KeyYIEMFVNCENFBSD-UHFFFAOYSA-N