Description

(20S)-20-Hydroxypregna-4,6-Dien-3-One is a high-purity steroid derivative and a key synthetic intermediate in pharmaceutical research and development. Its value lies in its specific stereochemistry and functional groups, which make it a crucial building block for the synthesis of more complex bioactive molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel steroid-based therapeutics and advanced chemical probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and the creation of new chemical entities targeting hormone receptors.
• Reference Standard: Serves as an analytical standard for quality control and method development in laboratories characterizing steroid compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a tool compound to study steroidogenesis, enzyme inhibition, and metabolic pathways in biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	(20S)-20-Hydroxypregna-4,6-Dien-3-One
CAS No.	15271-87-1
Molecular Formula	C21H30O2
Molecular Weight	314.46 g/mol
Synonyms	20(S)-Hydroxypregna-4,6-dien-3-one; 20α-Hydroxypregna-4,6-dien-3-one; 20-Hydroxy-4,6-pregnadien-3-one; Pregna-4,6-dien-3-one, 20-hydroxy-, (20S)-; 20-Hydroxypregn-4,6-diene-3-one
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Quality Control

Our (20S)-20-Hydroxypregna-4,6-Dien-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and pharmaceutical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.