The molecule is an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid that is suberic acid which oxo groups replace the hydrogens at positions 3 and 5. It is an abnormal metabolite of the tyrosine metabolic pathway and a marker for type 1 tyrosinaemia. It has a role as a human metabolite. It is an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid and a beta-diketone.
3,5-dioxooctanedioic acid