Description

(3S,8R,9S,10R,13S,14S)-10,13-Dimethyl-2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15-Decahydro-1H-Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthren-3-Ol is a high-purity sterol derivative that serves as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry and rigid polycyclic structure make it an invaluable building block for pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector developing novel therapeutic agents and high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and hormone analogs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and a starting material for studying sterol metabolism, receptor binding, and enzymatic pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the construction of complex molecular architectures for advanced materials and specialty chemicals.
• Academic & R&D: Serves as a crucial reagent in university and industrial laboratories for methodological development in organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3S,8R,9S,10R,13S,14S)-10,13-Dimethyl-2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15-Decahydro-1H-Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthren-3-Ol
CAS No.	1224-94-8
Molecular Formula	C19H30O
Molecular Weight	274.45 g/mol
Synonyms	3β-Hydroxy-5α-androstane; 5α-Androstan-3β-ol; Dihydroandrosterone; Androstane-3β-ol; 3β-Androstanol; 5α-Androstan-3β-ol; 3β-Hydroxy-5α-androstan-17-one (related ketone); 5α-Dihydroandrosterone
EINECS	214-947-5

Quality Control

Our (3S,8R,9S,10R,13S,14S)-10,13-Dimethyl-2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15-Decahydro-1H-Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthren-3-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis for stereochemical integrity, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.