The enzyme 3-phosphoglycerate phosphatase (EC 3.1.3.38) catalyzes the reaction
This enzyme belongs to the family of hydrolases, specifically those acting on phosphoric monoester bonds. The systematic name is <small>D</small>-glycerate-3-phosphate phosphohydrolase. Other names in common use include <small>D</small>-3-Phosphoglycerate phosphatase, and 3-PGA phosphatase. This enzyme participates in glycine, serine and threonine metabolism.