Description

5α-Androst-9(11)-Ene-3,17-Dione is a high-purity steroid intermediate of significant importance in pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial building block for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other advanced steroid derivatives. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for the production of therapeutic agents and for advanced chemical research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used in organic and medicinal chemistry research for developing new therapeutic compounds and studying structure-activity relationships.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating complex steroid molecules and other specialized fine chemicals.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in metabolic studies and as a standard or reference material in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Androst-9(11)-Ene-3,17-Dione
CAS No.	15375-19-6
Molecular Formula	C19H26O2
Molecular Weight	286.41 g/mol
Synonyms	9(11)-Dehydroandrostenedione; 5α-Androst-9(11)-ene-3,17-dione; 9,11-Androstadienedione; NSC 89296; 3,17-Dioxo-5α-androst-9(11)-ene; 5α-Androsta-9(11)-ene-3,17-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5α-Androst-9(11)-Ene-3,17-Dione is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and research customers.

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 structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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