Hexestrol

SKU: orb1300685

Description

Hexestrol is a potent synthetic estrogen receptor agonist, exhibiting high affinity for both ERα (EC50 = 0.07 nM) and ERβ (EC50 = 0.175 nM). It is widely used as a research tool in vitro and in vivo to study estrogen signaling, endocrine disruption, and hormone-responsive cancers.

Research Area

Metabolism Research, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 84-16-2
• MW: 270.37
• Purity: 98.93% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₁₈H₂₂O₂
• SMILES: [C@H]([C@H](CC)C1=CC=C(O)C=C1)(CC)C2=CC=C(O)C=C2
• Target: Estrogen Receptor/ERR,Estrogen/progestogen Receptor
• Solubility: H2O:< 1 mg/mL (insoluble or slightly soluble);Ethanol:39 mg/mL (144.25 mM);DMSO:50 mg/mL (184.93 mM)

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Hexanoestrol, Hexestrofen, Hexestrol, ERR, ERβ, ERα, EstrogenReceptor, Estrogen Receptor/ERR, Estrogen Receptor, meso-Hexestrol, nonsteroidal, progestogen Receptor, progestogenReceptor

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Gene Symbol

Estrogen Receptor/ERR,Estrogen/progestogen Receptor