Description

Androsta-1,4-Dien-3-One, 11.Beta.,17.Beta.-Dihydroxy-17-Methyl- is a synthetic steroid derivative of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for the synthesis of more complex steroidal active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly within the fields of endocrinology and metabolic research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of specialized steroidal drugs and hormones.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for pharmacological studies and the development of new therapeutic compounds.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating steroid receptor interactions and metabolic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Androsta-1,4-Dien-3-One, 11.Beta.,17.Beta.-Dihydroxy-17-Methyl-
CAS No.	22204-44-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₈O₃
Molecular Weight	316.44 g/mol
Synonyms	11β,17β-Dihydroxy-17-methylandrosta-1,4-dien-3-one; 17-Methyl-11β,17β-dihydroxyandrosta-1,4-dien-3-one; 17α-Methyl-11β,17β-dihydroxyandrosta-1,4-dien-3-one; Oxymesterone Impurity; Oxymesterone Related Compound A; 17-Methylandrosta-1,4-diene-11β,17β-diol-3-one
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Quality Control

Our Androsta-1,4-Dien-3-One, 11.Beta.,17.Beta.-Dihydroxy-17-Methyl- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, and residual solvent analysis to ensure it meets stringent research-grade specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain 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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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