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Dehydroepiandrosterone

Also known as: Prasterone, DHEA, Androstenolone, Dehydroisoandrosterone, trans-Dehydroandrosterone, 3β-Hydroxy-5-androsten-17-one, 5-Androsten-3β-ol-17-one, Diandrone

Dehydroepiandrosterone (CAS 53-43-0) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C19H28O2 and a molecular weight of 288.424 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 146-151ºC, a boiling point of 426.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 182.1±21.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H301 — Toxic if swallowed and H311 — Toxic in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
53-43-0
Jingsj CID
J-1990720-8
Molecular Formula
C19H28O2
Molecular Weight
288.424 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point146-151ºC
Boiling Point426.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point182.1±21.3 °C
Exact Mass288.208923
PSA37.30000
LogP3.42
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.560

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / Acute Toxicity / Health HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H331 — Toxic if inhaled
  • H370 — Causes damage to organs

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Anagnostopoulou V, et al. Differential effects of dehydroepiandrosterone and testosterone in prostate and colon cancer cell apoptosis: the role of nerve growth factor (NGF) receptors. Endocrinology. 2013 Jul;154(7):2446-56. [2]. McNelis JC, et al. Dehydroepiandrosterone exerts anti-glucocorticoid action on human preadipocyte proliferation, differentiation and glucose uptake. Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab. 2013 Nov 1;305(9):E1134-44. [3]. Catalina F, et al. Decrease of core body temperature in mice by dehydroepiandrosterone. Exp Biol Med (Maywood). 2002 Jun;227(6):382-8.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2937290014
SummaryHS:2937290014 (3s,8r,9s,10r,13s,14s)-3-hydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-3,4,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16-dodecahydro-1h-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17(2h)-one VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:l MFN tariff:4.0% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Dehydroepiandrosterone?

The CAS number of Dehydroepiandrosterone is 53-43-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dehydroepiandrosterone?

Dehydroepiandrosterone has molecular formula C19H28O2 and molecular weight 288.424 g/mol.

Is Dehydroepiandrosterone hazardous?

Dehydroepiandrosterone has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Dehydroepiandrosterone?

For Dehydroepiandrosterone, Upstream Products: Dehydroepiandrosterone acetate, Pregnenolone; Downstream Products: 5a-androstane, 17-Iodoandrosta-5,16-dien-3beta-ol, 4-(2,5-Dimethyl-1H-pyrrol-1-yl)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Dehydroepiandrosterone (CAS 53-43-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1990720-8 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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