Description

6-Dehydrotestosterone is a key steroid intermediate and a metabolite of testosterone, playing a significant role in androgen biosynthesis pathways. This compound is of high importance for research and development in the fields of endocrinology, pharmacology, and steroid chemistry. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and manufacturers of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of steroidal drugs, including hormone therapies and anti-androgens.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and reagent in studies investigating androgen metabolism, enzyme activity (e.g., 5α-reductase), and steroid hormone pathways.
• Metabolite Standard: Essential for analytical method development and validation in clinical and forensic toxicology to detect and quantify steroid metabolites.
• Endocrinology Studies: Employed in in-vitro and in-vivo research to understand the biological effects and conversion pathways of androgens.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for the custom synthesis of novel steroid analogs and derivatives.
• Quality Control: Used as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) to ensure the accuracy of assays in pharmaceutical quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Dehydrotestosterone
CAS No.	2352-19-4
Molecular Formula	C19H26O2
Molecular Weight	286.41 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Dehydrotestosterone; 17β-Hydroxyandrosta-4,6-dien-3-one; Androsta-4,6-diene-3-one, 17β-hydroxy-; 6-DHT; NSC 97198; 4,6-Androstadien-17β-ol-3-one; δ4,6-Androstadiene-17β-ol-3-one
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Quality Control

Our 6-Dehydrotestosterone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and purity.

Specification

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

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