Fructose 6-phosphate
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Fructose 6-phosphate (sometimes called the Neuberg ester) is a derivative of fructose, which has been phosphorylated at the 6-hydroxy group. It is one of several possible fructosephosphates. The β-D-form of this compound is very common in cells.[1][2] The great majority of glucose is converted to fructose 6-phosphate upon entering a cell. Fructose is predominantly converted to fructose 1-phosphate by fructokinase following cellular import.
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IUPAC name
[(2R,3R,4S)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-5- | |
Other names
β-D-fructose 6-phosphate, fructose 6-phosphate | |
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Abbreviations | F6P |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.010.360 ![]() |
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C6H13O9P | |
Molar mass | 260.14 g/mol |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Chemical compound