RAD 140 (Testolone)

Overview of RAD-140

RAD-140 (Testolone) is a synthetic selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM). Researchers utilized it as a reference material for analytical and laboratory research applications. Its characterization is limited to controlled experimental settings for the evaluation of receptor-binding properties and related biochemical activity. 

Chemical and Molecular Properties 

RAD-140
PubChem CID	44200882
Molecular Formula	C19H17N3O
Molecular Weight	303.4 g/mol
Synonyms	RAD140 Vosilasarm Testolone RAD-140
IUPAC	2-chloro-4-[[(1R,2S)-1-[5-(4-cyanophenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl]-2-hydroxypropyl]amino]-3-methylbenzonitrile
CAS	1182367-47-0
Labeling	Research Use Only (RUO), not for human or animal consumption.
Chemical Structure Depiction
Purity	≥98%
Classification	Research Use Only (RUO)
Storage Temperature	Lyophilized: –20 °C or colder
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, ethanol, and polyethyl glycol (PEG); limited water solubility
Safety	Handle with gloves, a lab coat, and eye protection; use a fume hood if dust/aerosol is possible

Proposed Working Mechanism of RAD-140

Researchers have observed that RAD-140 (Testolone) may interact with androgen receptors located in cellular systems in preclinical research models. Upon binding, it forms a receptor–ligand complex that translocates to the nucleus. 

This complex binds to androgen response elements on DNA and modulates transcriptional activity of androgen-responsive genes, as observed by research experts.

The resulting activity alters gene expression patterns associated with protein synthesis and protein degradation pathways. Researchers believe this may happen through receptor-mediated transcriptional regulation and downstream signaling cascades.

Why Choose Purerawz for RAD-140?

Buy RAD-140 for laboratory research use from our online shop. At Purerawz, we provide high-quality reference materials. Each research compound comes with a Certificate of Analysis for verification of purity and concentration.

Note:

RAD-140 is an investigational compound. It is not established as safe or effective for any therapeutic use.

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Reference Links

• PubChem. (n.d.). 2-Chloro-4-(((1R,2S)-1-(5-(4-cyanophenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl)-2-hydroxypropyl)amino)-3-methylbenzonitrile – RAD-140 (Testolone). PubChem Compound Database. U.S. National Library of Medicine. https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/44200882
• Miller, C. P., Dalton, J. T., & Reiser, P. J. (2010). Design, synthesis, and preclinical characterization of the selective androgen receptor modulator RAD140. ACS Medicinal Chemistry Letters, 2(2), 124–129. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/ml1002508 
• Narayanan, R., et al. (2011). Selective androgen receptor modulators: Mechanistic insights and preclinical frameworks. Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19079612/