Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2022-06-17 20:22:13 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:09:43 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0056300
Metabolite Identification
Common NameS-benzyl-L-cysteinylglycine
DescriptionS-benzyl-L-cysteinylglycine is a member of the class of S- and N-substituted L-cysteinylglycines, which are characterized by the presence of a benzyl group attached to the sulfur atom of the cysteine moiety. This compound features a unique chemical structure that includes a cysteine residue linked to a glycine, with a benzyl substituent that enhances its lipophilicity and potential biological interactions. The synthesis of S-benzyl-L-cysteinylglycine involves the condensation of this compound with various anhydrides, such as glutaric and succinic anhydride, to form derivatives that may exhibit diverse biological activities (PMID:833829 ). These pathways suggest its involvement in the modification of peptide structures, potentially influencing protein folding, stability, and function, as well as participating in various metabolic processes related to cysteine and glycine metabolism. The presence of the benzyl group may also affect the compound's reactivity and interactions with biological targets, highlighting its relevance in biochemical research and potential therapeutic applications.
Structure
SynonymsNot Available
Molecular FormulaC12H16N2O3S
Average Mass268.33
Monoisotopic Mass268.088163557
IUPAC Name2-{[(2R)-2-amino-3-(benzylsulfanyl)-1-hydroxypropylidene]amino}acetic acid
Traditional Name{[(2R)-2-amino-3-(benzylsulfanyl)-1-hydroxypropylidene]amino}acetic acid
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
[H][C@](N)(CSCC1=CC=CC=C1)C(O)=NCC(O)=O
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C12H16N2O3S/c13-10(12(17)14-6-11(15)16)8-18-7-9-4-2-1-3-5-9/h1-5,10H,6-8,13H2,(H,14,17)(H,15,16)/t10-/m0/s1
InChI KeyJBOHJUDJUVTRCF-JTQLQIEISA-N