Compound Monograph

Epitestosterone

A steroidal compound (an epimer of testosterone) reported in pine.

Classification

Epitestosterone is one of the sterols & steroids, part of the terpenoids class. The largest class of plant compounds, built from five-carbon isoprene units — the essential-oil aromatics, resins, bitter principles, saponins, and plant sterols.

Where Does It Come From? (1)

Epitestosterone is one of the sterols & steroids, found in Pine.