Teprenone

Also known as: Geranylgeranylacetone, GGA, Selbex, 6,10,14,18-Tetramethyl-5,9,13,17-nonadecatetraen-2-one, (5E,9E,13E)-6,10,14,18-Tetramethyl-5,9,13,17-nonadecatetraen-2-one, (5E,9E,13E)-6,10,14,18-tetramethylnonadeca-5,9,13,17-tetraen-2-one, Teprenone [mixture of (5E,9E,13E)- and (5Z,9E,13E)- isomers]

Teprenone (CAS 6809-52-5) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C23H38O and a molecular weight of 330.55 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 442.2±24.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 168.0±9.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 6809-52-5
Jingsj CID: J-20195-7
Molecular Formula: C₂₃H₃₈O
Molecular Weight: 330.55 g/mol
Category: Ketones
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	442.2±24.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	168.0±9.8 °C
PSA	17.07000
LogP	8.20
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.483
Storage Conditions	?20°C

Activity & Biological Data

Target	HSP
Additional Information	[1]. Hirakawa T, et al. Geranylgeranylacetone induces heat shock proteins in cultured guinea pig gastric mucosal cells and rat gastric mucosa. Gastroenterology. 1996 Aug;111(2):345-57. [2]. Caprioli J, et al. Retinal ganglion cell protection with geranylgeranylacetone, a heat shock protein inducer, in a rat glaucoma model. Trans Am Ophthalmol Soc. 2003;101:39-50; discussion 50-1. [3]. Han NK, et al. Geranylgeranylacetone Ameliorates Intestinal Radiation Toxicity by Preventing Endothelial Cell Dysfunction. Int J Mol Sci. 2017 Oct 7;18(10).

Target

HSP

Additional Information

[1]. Hirakawa T, et al. Geranylgeranylacetone induces heat shock proteins in cultured guinea pig gastric mucosal cells and rat gastric mucosa. Gastroenterology. 1996 Aug;111(2):345-57. [2]. Caprioli J, et al. Retinal ganglion cell protection with geranylgeranylacetone, a heat shock protein inducer, in a rat glaucoma model. Trans Am Ophthalmol Soc. 2003;101:39-50; discussion 50-1. [3]. Han NK, et al. Geranylgeranylacetone Ameliorates Intestinal Radiation Toxicity by Preventing Endothelial Cell Dysfunction. Int J Mol Sci. 2017 Oct 7;18(10).

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2914190090
Summary	2914190090 other acyclic ketones without other oxygen function。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Teprenone?

The CAS number of Teprenone is 6809-52-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Teprenone?

Teprenone has molecular formula C23H38O and molecular weight 330.55 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Teprenone?

For Teprenone, Upstream Products: tert-Butyl acetoacetate, Geranyl linalool, 5-Acetyl-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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