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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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 146-151ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 426.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 182.1±21.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 288.208923 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 3.42 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.560 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- 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
| Target | Human 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 Code | 2937290014 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS: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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