Compound Monograph

Androstenol

A 16-androstene steroid that acts as a mammalian pheromone, notably in pigs, and occurs in black truffles where it contributes to their musky aroma.

Sources · 2

Where Does It Come From?

Androstenol is one of the sterols & steroids, found in Black Truffle and Celery.

Also found in
Celery Monograph coming soon

Concentration

Content by Source

Concentrations not reported. No percent-dry-weight or mg/g figures have been published for this compound in its source plants.