Description

Azastene is a synthetic steroid derivative with a unique aziridine ring structure, offering a versatile chemical scaffold for advanced pharmaceutical research and development. Its primary value lies in its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex therapeutic agents, particularly those targeting hormonal pathways. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors working on novel steroid-based therapies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the multi-step synthesis of proprietary steroid drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or tool compound in studies investigating steroidogenesis, enzyme inhibition, and receptor binding assays.
• Process Chemistry: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in optimizing scalable manufacturing routes for steroid-based therapeutics.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for methodological development in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Azastene
CAS No.	13074-00-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	315.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Azastene; 4-Aza-5α-androst-16-en-3-one; 4-Azaandrost-16-en-3-one; WIN 17625; 4-Aza-5α-androst-16-en-3-one; 4-Aza-5α-androst-16-ene-3-one; 4-Azaandrost-16-ene-3-one; 4-Aza-5α-androst-16-en-3-one (Azastene)
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Quality Control

Our Azastene is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity determination by chromatographic techniques. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, related substances, and residual solvents is provided with every shipment to support your quality and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH Q3C guidelines

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