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16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA

Also known as 16alpha-Hydroxydehydroepiandrosterone, 16-Hydroxydehydroepiandrosterone, 3beta,16alpha-Dihydroxyandrost-5-en-17-one

CAS 1232-73-1Formula C19H28O3Molar mass 304.43 g/mol
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16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA chemical structure, C19H28O3, CAS 1232-73-1
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
1232-73-1
Formula
C19H28O3
Molar mass
304.43 g/mol
HS code
291440
Category
Steroids and sterols

What is 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

16alpha-hydroxydehydroepiandrosterone is a 16alpha-hydroxy steroid, a 3beta-hydroxy-Delta(5)-steroid, a 17-oxo steroid, a secondary alpha-hydroxy ketone and an androstanoid. It has a role as a mouse metabolite and a human metabolite.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
(3S,8R,9S,10R,13S,14S,16R)-3,16-dihydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-one
CAS number
1232-73-1 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C19H28O3
UNII
WU2DU6GA72
InChIKey
QQIVKFZWLZJXJT-DNKQKWOHSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C19H28O3/c1-18-7-5-12(20)9-11(18)3-4-13-14(18)6-8-19(2)15(13)10-16(21)17(19)22/h3,12-16,20-21H,4-10H2,1-2H3/t12-,13+,14-,15-,16+,18-,19-/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CC12CCC3C(CC=C4CC(O)CCC43C)C1CC(O)C2=O
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@]12CC[C@@H](CC1=CC[C@@H]3[C@@H]2CC[C@]4([C@H]3C[C@H](C4=O)O)C)O

Synonyms

  • 16alpha-Hydroxydehydroepiandrosterone
  • 16-Hydroxydehydroepiandrosterone
  • 3beta,16alpha-Dihydroxyandrost-5-en-17-one
  • 16alpha-Hydroxydehydroisoandrosterone
  • 3beta,16alpha-dihydroxy-5-androsten-17-one
  • (3S,8R,9S,10R,13S,14S,16R)-3,16-dihydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-one
  • 5-Androstene-3beta,16alpha-diol-17-one
  • (3S,8R,9S,10R,13S,14S,16R)-3,16-dihydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-dodecahydrocyclopenta(a)phenanthren-17-one
  • 16 beta-hydroxydehydroepiandrosterone
  • 3 beta,16 alpha-dihydroxyandrost-5-en-17-one
  • (3 beta,16 alpha)-3,16-dihydroxyandrost-5-en-17-one
  • 16a-Hydroxydehydroisoandrosterone
  • 16a-Hydroxydehydroepiandrosterone
  • Androst-5-en-17-one, 3,16-dihydroxy-, (3beta,16alpha)-
  • 16 alpha-hydroxydehydroisoandrosterone
  • 16a-Hydroxy-DHEA
  • 16-Hydroxydehydroandrosterone
  • 16a-Hydroxydehydroandrosterone
  • 16??-hydroxy Dehydroepiandrosterone
  • Androst-5-ene-3b-16a-diol-17-one
  • 16 alpha-hydroxy-dehydroepiandrosterone
  • 3b,16a-Dihydroxyandrost-5-en-17-one
  • 3,16-Dihydroxyandrost-5-en-17-one #
  • 3b,16a-dihydroxy-Androst-5-en-17-one
  • 3ss,16a-Dihydroxy-androst-5-en-17-on
Show all 29 synonyms
  • 3beta,16alpha-dihydroxy-androst-5-en-17-one
  • (3beta,16alpha)-3,16-Dihydroxyandrost-5-en-17-one
  • 16a-Hydroxydehydroepiandrosterone (1.0 mg/ml in Acetonitrile)
  • (3beta,16.alpha.)-3,16-dihydroxyandrost-5-en-17-one

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
304.43 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
304.2038 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.85calc.
Topological polar surface area
57.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
22calc.
Rings
4calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.84calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
7calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=C1CCC2C1CCC1C3CCCCC3=CCC21

O=C1CCC2C1CCC1C3CCCCC3=CCC21

4 rings, 18 atoms.

156 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • animal metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • mouse metabolite

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA is traded under.

HS 2914.40Indicative HS code

Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes

World exports in 2024
$199M
+2.5% vs 2023, imports $247M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China29.5%
  2. Germany14.4%
  3. Netherlands12.7%
Top importers
  1. United States37.2%
  2. Netherlands8.5%
  3. Germany6.4%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA, based on the data on this page

What is 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA?

16alpha-hydroxydehydroepiandrosterone is a 16alpha-hydroxy steroid, a 3beta-hydroxy-Delta(5)-steroid, a 17-oxo steroid, a secondary alpha-hydroxy ketone and an androstanoid. It has a role as a mouse metabolite and a human metabolite.

What is the CAS number of 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA?

The CAS registry number of 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA is 1232-73-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA?

The molecular formula of 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA is C19H28O3 and its molar mass is 304.43 g/mol.

What is 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA used for?

Known uses and roles of 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA include animal metabolite, eukaryotic metabolite, human metabolite, mammalian metabolite, metabolite and 1 more.

Is 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA?

16alpha-Hydroxy-DHEA is usually classified under HS code 291440 (Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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