Description

Androstan-17-Ol, 2,3-Epoxy-1-Methyl-, Acetate, (1Alpha,2Alpha,3Alpha,5 Alpha,17Beta)- CAS NO 21623-55-2 is a high-purity, synthetically modified steroid derivative characterized by its unique epoxy and acetate functional groups. This compound is of significant value as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for the development of novel therapeutic agents and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of specialized steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and hormone analogs.
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and a starting material in medicinal chemistry for exploring new drug candidates and metabolic pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated chiral building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in custom synthesis projects.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating steroid receptor interactions, enzyme inhibition, and metabolic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Androstan-17-Ol, 2,3-Epoxy-1-Methyl-, Acetate, (1Alpha,2Alpha,3Alpha,5 Alpha,17Beta)-
CAS No.	21623-55-2
Molecular Formula	C22H32O4
Molecular Weight	360.49 g/mol
Synonyms	1α-Methyl-2α,3α-epoxy-5α-androstan-17β-ol Acetate; 17β-Acetoxy-1α-methyl-2α,3α-epoxy-5α-androstane; 1-Methylandrostan-17-ol, 2,3-epoxy-, acetate, (1α,2α,3α,5α,17β)-; 2,3-Epoxy-1-methyl-5α-androstan-17β-yl acetate; 1α-Methyl-2,3-epoxyandrostan-17β-ol acetate
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Quality Control

Our Androstan-17-Ol, 2,3-Epoxy-1-Methyl-, Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, related substances, and physical characteristics are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.