Description

5α-Androstane-3β,16α-Diol CAS NO 22630-49-5 is a high-purity steroid diol derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis and biochemical research. Its defined stereochemistry and functional groups make it a valuable building block for developing novel therapeutic agents and reference standards. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories and production facilities focused on endocrinology, metabolic studies, and the synthesis of specialized steroid-based compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of specialized steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and hormone analogs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and reagent in metabolic pathway studies, enzyme inhibition assays, and receptor binding research.
• Analytical Standard: Serves as a high-purity calibration standard for analytical methods like HPLC, GC-MS, and LC-MS in quality control laboratories.
• Academic & Institutional R&D: Employed in universities and research institutes for investigating steroid biochemistry and developing new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Androstane-3β,16α-Diol
CAS No.	22630-49-5
Molecular Formula	C19H32O2
Molecular Weight	292.46 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Androstane-3β,16α-diol; 3β,16α-Dihydroxy-5α-androstane; (3β,5α,16α)-Androstane-3,16-diol; 16α-Hydroxy-5α-androstan-3β-ol; Androstanediol; 5α-Androstanediol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5α-Androstane-3β,16α-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity determination by chromatographic techniques, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and synthesis. 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 a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.