Description

1-Dehydro Epiandrosterone is a key steroid intermediate with significant importance in pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the production of more complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for research and development as well as commercial production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of steroidal drugs, including anti-inflammatory agents, hormones, and other therapeutic compounds.
• Research & Development: Used in biochemical and pharmacological research to study steroid metabolism, enzyme activity, and receptor interactions.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized building block for creating complex molecular structures in custom synthesis and process development.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method validation and impurity profiling.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Dehydro Epiandrosterone
CAS No.	23633-63-8
Molecular Formula	C19H26O2
Molecular Weight	286.41 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Dehydroepiandrosterone; 5-Androsten-3β-ol-17-one; 3β-Hydroxy-5-androsten-17-one; 1-Dehydro-DHEA; δ1-Dehydroepiandrosterone; 1,2-Dehydroepiandrosterone; Prasterone derivative; 17-Ketoandrost-5-en-3β-ol
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Quality Control

Our 1-Dehydro Epiandrosterone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to air and humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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