Product Information
Name:5α-Androst-16-en-3-one
Synonyms:
- Androstenone
Brand:Targetmol
Description:5α-Androst-16-en-3-one, a mammalian pheromone present in boar saliva, plays a crucial role in facilitating social and sexual interactions by acting as a volatile chemical cue. It is utilized to prime sows in estrus for mating or artificial insemination, underscoring its significance in reproductive behavior. Additionally, this compound is detected in human sweat and urine, where it is involved in studies concerning receptor-mediated odorant detection and the genetic foundations of anosmias, thereby broadening its scope of relevance beyond the animal kingdom.
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Chemical properties
Molecular weight:272.432
Formula:C19H28O
Color/Form:Solid
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