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2-Methoxyestradiol

Also known as: 2-Methoxy-17β-estradiol, 2-Methoxy-β-estradiol, 2-MeO-E2, 2-Methoxyestra-1,3,5(10)-triene-3,17β-diol, 2-Methoxy-17b-estradiol, 2-Methoxy-β-estradiol, Panzem, NSC 659853, 2-Hydroxyestradiol 2-methyl ether, 2-Methoxy-oestradiol

2-Methoxyestradiol (CAS 362-07-2) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C19H26O3 and a molecular weight of 302.408 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 188-190°C, a boiling point of 464.4±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 234.7±28.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
362-07-2
Jingsj CID
J-20198-9
Molecular Formula
C19H26O3
Molecular Weight
302.408 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point188-190°C
Boiling Point464.4±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point234.7±28.7 °C
Exact Mass302.188202
PSA49.69000
LogP3.84
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.586
Additional PropertyDMSO: 10 mg/mL

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute Toxicity / Health Hazard / Environmental HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H331 — Toxic if inhaled
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
  • H350 — May cause cancer
  • H360 — May damage fertility or the unborn child
  • H372 — Causes damage to organs through prolonged exposure
  • H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Kamath K, et al. 2-Methoxyestradiol suppresses microtubule dynamics and arrests mitosis without depolymerizing microtubules. Mol Cancer Ther. 2006 Sep;5(9):2225-33. [2]. Aquino-Gálvez A, et al. Effects of 2-methoxyestradiol on apoptosis and HIF-1α and HIF-2α expression in lung cancer cells under normoxia and hypoxia. Oncol Rep. 2016 Jan;35(1):577-83. [3]. Xu L, et al. 2-Methoxyestradiol Alleviates Experimental Autoimmune Uveitis by Inhibiting Lymphocytes Proliferation and T Cell Differentiation. Biomed Res Int. 2016;2016:7948345. [4]. Kang SH, et al. Antitumor effect of 2-methoxyestradiol in a rat orthotopic brain tumor model. Cancer Res. 2006, 66(24),11991-11997.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methoxyestradiol?

The CAS number of 2-Methoxyestradiol is 362-07-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxyestradiol?

2-Methoxyestradiol has molecular formula C19H26O3 and molecular weight 302.408 g/mol.

Is 2-Methoxyestradiol hazardous?

2-Methoxyestradiol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methoxyestradiol?

For 2-Methoxyestradiol, Upstream Products: 2-Methoxyestrone, Sodium methoxide, Estra-1,3,5(10)-triene-3,17-diol, 2-bromo-, (17β)-; Downstream Products: 2-Hydroxyestradiol, 2-Methoxyestrone.

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