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Diethylstilbestrol
Description
Diethylstilbestrol is a synthetic estrogen which induces apoptosis in hormone-insensitive prostate cancer cells.
Specifications
Cas No. 56-53-1
Product ID D3218
Product Name Diethylstilbestrol
Chemical Name 4,4'-[(1E)-1,2-Diethyl-1,2-ethenediyl]bisphenol
Synonym Stilbestrol; DES; Apstil; Cyren A; Stilbetin
Formula Wt. 268.35
Melting Point 169oC-172oC
Purity ≥98%
Solubility Soluble in alcohol, ether, chloroform or fatty oils. Insoluble in water.
Store Temp Ambient
References Robertson, C.N., Roberson, K.M., Padilla, G.M., et al. J. Natl. Cancer. Inst. 88:908-17 (1996).
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