Description

17β-Methyl-5α-Androstan-15-One is a high-purity synthetic steroid intermediate of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. This compound serves as a critical building block for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly those targeting hormonal pathways and metabolic disorders. It is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors who require reliable, high-quality precursors for complex synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of specialized steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used in medicinal chemistry for the discovery and development of new drug candidates targeting androgen receptors.
• Reference Standard: Serves as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and compound identification.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating steroidogenesis, enzyme inhibition, and metabolic pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in multi-step organic syntheses to introduce specific structural features into complex molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	17β-Methyl-5α-Androstan-15-One
CAS No.	14012-10-3
Molecular Formula	C20H32O
Molecular Weight	288.47 g/mol
Synonyms	15-Oxo-17β-methyl-5α-androstane; 17β-Methyl-5α-androstan-15-one; 5α-Androstan-15-one, 17β-methyl-; 17-Methyl-5α-androstan-15-one; 17β-Methylandrostan-15-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 17β-Methyl-5α-Androstan-15-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

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 heat and 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
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.