The molecule is a linear-fused organic heterotetracyclic compound consisting of a [1,3,2]dioxaphosphinane fused to a pyran ring which is in turn fused to a pteridine ring system. Molybdenum cofactor biosynthesis intermediate. Dehydrated derivative known as precursor Z. It has a role as an Escherichia coli metabolite. It is an organic heterotetracyclic compound, an oxacycle, an organonitrogen heterocyclic compound and a ketone hydrate.
(1R,10R,12S,17R)-5-amino-11,11,14-trihydroxy-14-oxo-13,15,18-trioxa-2,4,6,9-tetraza-14lambda5-phosphatetracyclo[8.8.0.03,8.012,17]octadeca-3(8),4-dien-7-one