The chemical reactions and pathways involving shikimate, (3R,4S,5R)--3,4,5-trihydroxycyclohex-1-ene-1-carboxylate, the anion of shikimic acid. It is an important intermediate in the biosynthesis of aromatic amino acids. [ GOC:sm https://www.worldcat.org/search?q=bn%3A0198547684 ]
Synonyms: shikimate metabolism
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