Description

7-Hydroxydihydrotestosterone is a significant metabolite of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a key androgen hormone. This compound is of high interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research for its role in androgen metabolism and receptor interaction studies. It serves as a critical reference standard and intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector, particularly those focused on endocrinology, steroid chemistry, and drug development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of steroid metabolites in research and quality control laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Essential for studying androgen metabolism pathways, enzyme kinetics (e.g., 5α-reductase), and hormone receptor binding assays.
• Metabolite Profiling: A key analyte in the development and validation of analytical methods (LC-MS/MS, GC-MS) for clinical and forensic toxicology.
• Endocrinology Studies: Investigated for its biological activity and role in conditions related to androgen excess or deficiency.
• Intermediate Synthesis: Serves as a valuable building block for the chemical synthesis of novel steroid analogs and potential therapeutic agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Hydroxydihydrotestosterone
CAS No.	18529-67-4
Molecular Formula	C19H30O3
Molecular Weight	306.44 g/mol
Synonyms	7α-Hydroxy-5α-androstan-17β-ol-3-one; 7α-Hydroxydihydrotestosterone; 7α-Hydroxy-17β-hydroxy-5α-androstan-3-one; 5α-Androstane-3,17-diol-7-one; DHT-7-ol; 7-Hydroxy-5α-dihydrotestosterone; 7-OH-DHT; 7α-Hydroxyandrostanolone
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Quality Control

Our 7-Hydroxydihydrotestosterone is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with research-grade specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider keeping the product at 2-8°C.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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