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Androsta-1,4,9(11)-triene-3,17-dione

CAS 15375-21-0
18

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

An anabolic steroid precursor (androstadienedione) used as a prohormone supplement, banned from cosmetics due to hormonal activity and endocrine disruption.

This compound is an anabolic steroid precursor (androstadienedione) with hormonal activity similar to testosterone precursors. It carries H361f (suspected reproductive toxicity) hazard statement. Anabolic steroid precursors are prohibited in cosmetic products under EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex II due to their endocrine-disrupting properties and potential for hormonal imbalance with topical use.

Known concerns

  • Anabolic steroid precursor
  • Endocrine disruption potential
  • Suspected reproductive toxicity (H361f)
  • EU cosmetics prohibition

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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