Description

5α-Androst-14-En-3-One is a high-purity steroid intermediate of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical research and synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the development of novel therapeutic agents and reference standards. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers engaged in steroid chemistry, drug discovery, and analytical method development. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for your most demanding projects.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the multi-step synthesis of specialized steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and starting material in medicinal chemistry for exploring new biological pathways and drug candidates.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a high-purity standard for method development and validation in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC).
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in metabolic and enzymatic studies to investigate steroidogenesis and related biochemical mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Androst-14-En-3-One
CAS No.	17305-51-0
Molecular Formula	C19H30O
Molecular Weight	274.44 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Androst-14-en-3-one; 14-Androsten-3-one, 5α-; 5α-Androst-14-en-17β-ol-3-one (related); 3-Oxo-5α-androst-14-ene; Androst-14-en-3-one, 5α-; 5α-14-Androsten-3-one
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Quality Control

Our 5α-Androst-14-En-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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