CAS 1225-43-0
:5α-Androstan-17β-ol
Description:
5α-Androstan-17β-ol, commonly known as androsterone, is a naturally occurring steroid hormone and a metabolite of testosterone. It belongs to the class of androgens and is characterized by its structure, which includes a steroid backbone with a hydroxyl group at the 17β position. This compound is typically found in the human body, particularly in the adrenal glands and testes, and plays a role in various physiological processes, including the development of male secondary sexual characteristics. Androsterone is known for its relatively mild androgenic activity compared to other steroids, and it can also exhibit some estrogenic effects. It is often studied for its potential influence on mood, behavior, and sexual function. In terms of physical properties, 5α-Androstan-17β-ol is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. Its CAS number, 1225-43-0, is used for identification in chemical databases and regulatory contexts.
Formula:C19H32O
InChI:InChI=1S/C19H32O/c1-18-11-4-3-5-13(18)6-7-14-15-8-9-17(20)19(15,2)12-10-16(14)18/h13-17,20H,3-12H2,1-2H3/t13-,14+,15+,16+,17+,18+,19+/m1/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=QUKZBUCPOSYYFO-KYQPOWKGSA-N
SMILES:C[C@@]12[C@@]3([C@]([C@]4([C@](C)(CC3)[C@@H](O)CC4)[H])(CC[C@]1(CCCC2)[H])[H])[H]
Synonyms:- NSC 36058
- (5α,17β)-Androstan-17-ol
- Androstan-17-ol, (5α,17β)-
- 17β-Hydroxy-5α-androstane
- 5α-Androstan-17β-ol
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