Testosterone
Also known as Virosterone, Homosterone, Mertestate
Key facts
What buyers check first
- Appearance
- White needles from dilute acetone
- Melting point
- 151 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 23.4 mg/L at 25 °C
- HS code
- 293729
- Category
- Hormones and steroids
What is Testosterone?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Testosterone is an androstanoid having 17beta-hydroxy and 3-oxo groups, together with unsaturation at C-4C-5.. It has a role as an androgen, a mouse metabolite, a human metabolite and a Daphnia magna metabolite. It is a C19-steroid, a 17beta-hydroxy steroid, a 3-oxo-Delta(4) steroid and an androstanoid.
Testosterone is a primary male sex hormone.
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- (8R,9S,10R,13S,14S,17S)-17-hydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-1,2,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one
- CAS number
- 58-22-0 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 1050678-68-6
- EC number
- 200-370-5
- Molecular formula
- C19H28O2
- UNII
- 3XMK78S47O
- INCI name
- TESTOSTERONE
- InChIKey
- MUMGGOZAMZWBJJ-DYKIIFRCSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C19H28O2/c1-18-9-7-13(20)11-12(18)3-4-14-15-5-6-17(21)19(15,2)10-8-16(14)18/h11,14-17,21H,3-10H2,1-2H3/t14-,15-,16-,17-,18-,19-/m0/s1
- Canonical SMILES
- CC12CCC(=O)C=C1CCC1C2CCC2(C)C(O)CCC12
- Isomeric SMILES
- C[C@]12CC[C@H]3[C@H]([C@@H]1CC[C@@H]2O)CCC4=CC(=O)CC[C@]34C
Synonyms
- Virosterone
- Homosterone
- Mertestate
- Testim
- Androderm
- Testosteron
- Androlin
- Sustanon
- Testiculosterone
- Orquisteron
- Primoteston
- Testosteroid
- Andrusol
- Homosteron
- Primotest
- Sustanone
- Testobase
- Testoderm
- Testrone
- Testryl
- Teslen
- Synandrol F
- Andronaq
- Neotestis
- Testandrone
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- Testogel
- Testopropon
- Relibra
- Cristerona T
- Testoviron Schering
- Testoviron T
- Geno-cristaux gremy
- Andropatch
- trans-Testosterone
- 17beta-Hydroxyandrost-4-en-3-one
- Testostosterone
- Sustason 250
- Percutacrine androgenique
- Intrinsa
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Appearance | White needles from dilute acetoneexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Odorlessexp.Measured value |
| Melting point | 151 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Solubility | In water, 23.4 mg/L at 25 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | 1.7 × 10⁻⁸ mmHg (est)exp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 288.43 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 288.2089 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 3.88calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 37.3 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 1calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 2calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 0calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 21calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 4calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.84calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 6calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (0 violations)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Murcko scaffold
The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H302Harmful if swallowed.
- H350May cause cancer.
- H351Suspected of causing cancer.
- H360May damage fertility or the unborn child.
- H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
- H362May cause harm to breast-fed children.
- H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
- H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (14)
- P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
- P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P263Avoid contact during pregnancy and while nursing.
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P273Avoid release to the environment.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
- P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
- P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
- P330Rinse mouth.
- P391Collect spillage.
- P405Store locked up.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
Full safety data and first aidTestosterone suppliers
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Testosterone is controlled. Only documented suppliers can list it, and buyers must upload a valid licence with their request. Every request is reviewed before suppliers see it.
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Reference: Anabolic steroid
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Testosterone price
Indicative price range per kg from live supplier offers
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Androgens.
Anabolic steroids are listed as Schedule III controlled substances (DEA Code #: 400). /Anabolic steroid means any drug or hormonal substance, chemically and pharmacologically related to testosterone (other than estrogens, progestins, corticosteroids, and dehydroepiandrosterone)/.
Schedule III Controlled Substance: (A) The drug or other substance has a potential for abuse less than the drugs or other substances in schedules I and II. (B) The drug or other substance has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States. (C) Abuse of the drug or other substance may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence.
Biochemical research.
Use classes: Pharmaceuticals, Animal Drugs.
Industries and functions
Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name TESTOSTERONE(skin conditioning)
Pharmacological actions
- Androgens
Roles
- Daphnia magna metabolite
- PPAR modulator
- agonist
- analgesic
- androgen
- anti-obesity agent
- antineoplastic agent
- appetite enhancer
- appetite regulator
- cardiovascular drug
- geroprotector
- hormone
- human metabolite
- hypoglycemic agent
- immunomodulator
- immunosuppressive agent
- insulin-sensitizing drug
- metabolite
- molecular messenger
- mouse metabolite
- pharmaceutical
- protective agent
- renoprotective agent
- vasodilator agent
Functional uses
- Pharmaceutical
- Softener and conditioner
Cosmetic functions
- Skin conditioning
Pharmacology
Testosterone is an Androgen. The mechanism of action of testosterone is as an Androgen Receptor Agonist.
How it is made
First isolated in crystalline form by Laquer in 1935 who obtained it from animal testes. Although small amounts of testosterone may be extracted from testicular material, the synthetic commercial supply is derived from cholesterol. The key intermediate in the synthesis is dehydroepiandrosterone, which can be treated further, by either chemical or microbiological processes, to yield testosterone.
Isolation from extract of testis, synthesis from cholesterol or from the plant steroid diosgenin.
Testosterone is synthesized from androstenolone acetate which is reduced to the 17beta-alcohol with Ran
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ey nickel and then esterified with benzoyl chloride in pyridine. This protecting ester group permits partial saponification of the 3-acetate with methanolic sodium hydroxide solution to yield the 3-hydroxy compound. Subsequent Oppenauer oxidation produces the testosterone benzoate, which is then subjected to alkaline hydrolysis to give testosterone.
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
Testosterone is controlled. Only documented suppliers can list it, and buyers must upload a valid licence with their request. Every request is reviewed before suppliers see it.
Licensed buyers only, every enquiry is reviewed by our compliance team.
Reference: Anabolic steroid
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- Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels
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Controls
- US DEA controlled substance or listed chemical
United States
- TSCA inventory (USA)Status: Active in US commerce
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code Testosterone is traded under.
Steroidal hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues, other
The HS code shown for Testosterone is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
Related chemicals
Parent and salt forms, stereoisomers, similar structures and isomers
Salt and hydrate forms
Records that share this compound as their parent
Stereoisomers and isotopic forms
Same connectivity, different stereochemistry or isotopes (same InChIKey skeleton)
![[16,16,17-2H3]-Epitestosterone chemical structure, C19H28O2, CAS 171199-96-5](/s/MUMGGOZAMZWBJJ-ZWGJEZJDSA-N.svg)
![Testosterone-[13C3] chemical structure, C19H28O2, CAS 327048-83-9](/s/MUMGGOZAMZWBJJ-KRMLYXHASA-N.svg)
Similar structures
Nearest neighbours by Morgan fingerprint Tanimoto similarity
Same formula isomers
Different compounds that share this molecular formula
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Testosterone, based on the data on this page
What is Testosterone?
What is the CAS number of Testosterone?
What is the molecular formula and weight of Testosterone?
What is Testosterone used for?
Is Testosterone hazardous?
What is the HS code of Testosterone?
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Guides for buyers
Practical guides that help when you source, ship or handle Testosterone
- Article, QualityPharma grades explained: IP vs BP vs USP vs EPWhat the Indian, British, US and European pharmacopoeias are, how their monographs differ, what multi grade claims mean and why a grade alone does not make a product fit for medicines.Read
- Guide, SafetyHow to read a safety data sheet in 10 minutesA section by section method to pull the essentials out of any 16 section SDS: identity, hazards, composition, storage, PPE, properties, transport and emergency measures.Read
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