Description

16-β-Methylpregnenolone is a high-purity steroid intermediate of significant importance in pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial building block for the development of advanced steroid-based therapeutics. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers engaged in the production of hormonal drugs and other specialized active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the multi-step synthesis of complex steroid hormones and related therapeutic agents.
• Research & Development (R&D): Used in academic and industrial laboratories for investigating novel steroid pathways and developing new chemical entities.
• API Manufacturing: Employed in the commercial-scale production of active pharmaceutical ingredients for hormonal treatments.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a reference standard or substrate in metabolic and enzymatic studies related to steroidogenesis.
• Process Chemistry: Utilized for process optimization and scale-up studies in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	16-β-Methylpregnenolone
CAS No.	1474-71-1
Molecular Formula	C22H34O2
Molecular Weight	330.51 g/mol
Synonyms	16β-Methylpregnenolone; (3β)-3-Hydroxy-16β-methylpregn-5-en-20-one; 16β-Methyl-5-pregnen-3β-ol-20-one; Pregnenolone, 16β-methyl-; 16-Methylpregnenolone (β-isomer)
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Quality Control

Our 16-β-Methylpregnenolone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical intermediate applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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