Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-05-15 07:10:31 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:06:34 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0016538
Metabolite Identification
Common Name4-O-Methylbotcinolide
Description4-O-Methylbotcinolide is a member of the chemical class of botcinolides, which are characterized by their unique lactone structures. Its chemical structure features a methyl ether group at the 4-position, which distinguishes it from other analogues within the botcinolide family. The compound has been the subject of total syntheses that have elucidated its structural characteristics, confirming its identity among various natural products previously misclassified (PMID:19137164 ). Additionally, spectroscopic data reinvestigations have revealed that 4-O-methylbotcinolide is equivalent to a methyl ester of botcinic acid, highlighting its relationship with other botcinolide derivatives (PMID:16643065 ). In biological contexts, compounds like 4-O-methylbotcinolide are involved in metabolic pathways that may influence secondary metabolite production in certain microorganisms, contributing to their ecological roles and potential applications in biotechnology. Overall, the intricate chemistry and structural nuances of 4-O-methylbotcinolide underscore its significance in the study of natural product chemistry and its potential utility in various scientific fields.
Structure
Synonyms
ValueSource
5,7-Dihydroxy-6-methoxy-2,4,6,8-tetramethyl-9-oxooxonan-3-yl (2E)-4-hydroxyoct-2-enoic acidGenerator
Molecular FormulaC21H36O8
Average Mass416.511
Monoisotopic Mass416.241018119
IUPAC Name5,7-dihydroxy-6-methoxy-2,4,6,8-tetramethyl-9-oxooxonan-3-yl (2E)-4-hydroxyoct-2-enoate
Traditional Name5,7-dihydroxy-6-methoxy-2,4,6,8-tetramethyl-9-oxooxonan-3-yl (2E)-4-hydroxyoct-2-enoate
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
[H]\C(C(O)CCCC)=C(\[H])C(=O)OC1C(C)OC(=O)C(C)C(O)C(C)(OC)C(O)C1C
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C21H36O8/c1-7-8-9-15(22)10-11-16(23)29-17-12(2)18(24)21(5,27-6)19(25)13(3)20(26)28-14(17)4/h10-15,17-19,22,24-25H,7-9H2,1-6H3/b11-10+
InChI KeyGJLPOSLGYAWPGK-ZHACJKMWSA-N