Description

3β-Acetyloxy-14α-Hydroxy-5α-Androstan-17-One is a high-purity steroid intermediate of significant importance in pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound matters as a key building block for the development of advanced steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for the production of specialized therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of complex steroid-based drugs and hormones.
• Research & Development: Used in medicinal chemistry research for exploring new therapeutic pathways and developing novel steroid derivatives.
• API Synthesis: Serves as a key chiral building block in the manufacture of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) with specific stereochemical configurations.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating steroid metabolism, receptor binding, and biological activity.
• Reference Standard: Can be utilized as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in pharmaceutical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3β-Acetyloxy-14α-Hydroxy-5α-Androstan-17-One
CAS No.	1241-30-1
Molecular Formula	C21H32O4
Molecular Weight	348.48 g/mol
Synonyms	3β-Acetoxy-14α-hydroxy-5α-androstan-17-one; 14α-Hydroxy-3β-acetoxy-5α-androstan-17-one; 3β-Acetyloxy-14α-hydroxyandrostan-17-one; 5α-Androstan-17-one, 3β-(acetyloxy)-14α-hydroxy-; 3β-Acetoxy-14α-hydroxy-17-oxo-5α-androstane; 14α-Hydroxy-3β-acetoxy-17-oxoandrostane; 3β-Hydroxy-14α-acetoxyandrostan-17-one acetate (common misnomer); Androstane derivative 1241-30-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3β-Acetyloxy-14α-Hydroxy-5α-Androstan-17-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with complete batch data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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