Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2022-06-17 20:20:11 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:09:40 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0056232
Metabolite Identification
Common NameO-succinyl-L-serine
DescriptionO-succinyl-L-serine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid that belongs to the class of metabolites known as amino acid derivatives. Its chemical structure features a succinyl group attached to the serine backbone, which plays a critical role in various metabolic pathways. O-succinyl-L-serine is involved in the biosynthesis of L-cysteine, where it acts as a substrate for specific enzymes. Notably, research has identified a divergent subgroup of MetX enzymes in fungi that function exclusively as O-succinyl-L-serine transferases, thereby facilitating the conversion of this compound in the context of L-cysteine production (PMID:28581482 ). This highlights its significance in the metabolic networks that contribute to amino acid synthesis, particularly in certain fungal species. The understanding of O-succinyl-L-serine's role in these pathways not only sheds light on amino acid metabolism but also provides insights into the enzymatic mechanisms that govern the synthesis of essential biomolecules.
Structure
SynonymsNot Available
Molecular FormulaC7H10NO6
Average Mass204.159
Monoisotopic Mass204.051360626
IUPAC Name4-[(2S)-2-amino-2-carboxyethoxy]-4-oxobutanoate
Traditional Name4-[(2S)-2-amino-2-carboxyethoxy]-4-oxobutanoate
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
[H][C@](N)(COC(=O)CCC([O-])=O)C(O)=O
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C7H11NO6/c8-4(7(12)13)3-14-6(11)2-1-5(9)10/h4H,1-3,8H2,(H,9,10)(H,12,13)/p-1/t4-/m0/s1
InChI KeyZAHSBRLHJRVFAU-BYPYZUCNSA-M