Description

3Beta,17-Dihydroxypregn-5-En-20-One 3-Formate is a high-purity steroid intermediate, a key building block in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical compounds. This compound matters for its role in creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals requiring a specific pregnane backbone. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of steroidal drugs, including corticosteroids and hormonal agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or starting material in metabolic pathway studies and steroidogenesis research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in advanced organic chemistry.
• API Development: Employed in the research and development (R&D) and process optimization stages for new active pharmaceutical ingredients.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3Beta,17-Dihydroxypregn-5-En-20-One 3-Formate
CAS No.	20867-15-6
Molecular Formula	C22H32O4
Molecular Weight	360.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Pregnenolone 3-formate; 3β,17α-Dihydroxypregn-5-en-20-one 3-formate; 17α-Hydroxypregnenolone 3-formate; 3β-Formyloxy-17α-hydroxypregn-5-en-20-one; (3β,17α)-3-(Formyloxy)-17-hydroxypregn-5-en-20-one; 20867-15-6; Pregn-5-ene-3β,17α-diol-20-one 3-formate
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Quality Control

Our 3Beta,17-Dihydroxypregn-5-En-20-One 3-Formate 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 pharmaceutical R&D and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.