Description

20-Methyl-5α-Pregnan-15-One is a high-purity synthetic steroid derivative, identified by CAS NO 14012-16-9. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex steroid-based pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is primarily required by research institutions and manufacturing facilities specializing in steroid chemistry, hormone research, and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of specialized steroid drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in studies investigating steroid hormone pathways, receptor binding, and metabolic processes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the development of novel chemical entities and complex molecular structures within advanced organic chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a starting material for creating libraries of steroid analogs for biological screening and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	20-Methyl-5α-Pregnan-15-One
CAS No.	14012-16-9
Molecular Formula	C22H36O
Molecular Weight	316.53 g/mol
Synonyms	20-Methyl-5α-pregnan-15-one; 15-Oxo-20-methyl-5α-pregnane; 20-Methyl-5α-pregnane-15-one; Pregnan-15-one, 20-methyl-5α-; 5α-Pregnan-15-one, 20-methyl-; 20-Methyl-5α-pregnan-15-on (German); 20-メチル-5α-プレグナン-15-オン (Japanese)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 20-Methyl-5α-Pregnan-15-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and synthesis applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
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.