CAS 18339-16-7: Androstenone
Description:Androstenone, with the CAS number 18339-16-7, is a steroidal pheromone and a member of the androstane family. It is a colorless to pale yellow crystalline solid that is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. Androstenone is primarily known for its role in the olfactory signaling of mammals, influencing social and sexual behaviors. It has a characteristic musky odor, which can vary in perception among individuals, with some finding it pleasant and others perceiving it as unpleasant. The compound is produced in the adrenal glands and gonads of both males and females, although it is more prevalent in males. Androstenone is often studied in the context of human attraction and pheromonal communication, with research suggesting it may play a role in mate selection. Additionally, it has applications in the fragrance industry, where it is used as a scent component in perfumes and colognes. Its chemical structure includes a ketone functional group, contributing to its reactivity and interactions with olfactory receptors.
Formula:C19H28O
InChI:InChI=1S/C19H28O/c1-18-9-3-4-16(18)15-6-5-13-12-14(20)7-11-19(13,2)17(15)8-10-18/h3,9,13,15-17H,4-8,10-12H2,1-2H3/t13-,15-,16-,17-,18-,19-/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=HFVMLYAGWXSTQI-QYXZOKGRSA-N
SMILES:O=C1CCC2(C)C(C1)CCC3C4CC=CC4(C)CCC32
- Synonyms:
- (5Alpha,14Beta)-Androst-16-En-3-One
- (5Alpha,9Beta)-Androst-16-En-3-One
- (5Alpha,9Beta,14Beta)-Androst-16-En-3-One
- 16,(5α)-Androsten-3-one
- 5Alpha-Androst-16-En-3-One
- 5α-Androst-16-ene-3-one
- 5α-Androstenone
- Androst-16-en-3-one, (5α)-
- Androstenone
- E 282
- See more synonyms
- 5α-Androst-16-en-3-one
- (5α)-Androst-16-en-3-one
