Description

Androstane is a fundamental steroid nucleus, serving as a key structural scaffold and intermediate in the synthesis of a wide range of bioactive steroid compounds. Its importance lies in providing the core carbon framework upon which numerous hormones and pharmaceuticals are built, enabling precise chemical modifications. This product is essential for research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors engaged in steroid synthesis and metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and hormones.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and building block in metabolic pathway studies, enzyme inhibition assays, and steroid receptor research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating custom steroid derivatives and novel chemical entities in organic chemistry.
• Reference Material: Employed in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quality control testing of steroid compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Androstane
CAS No.	24887-75-0
Molecular Formula	C19H32
Molecular Weight	260.46 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Androstane; Etioallocholane; Androstan; 17β-Androstane; 5α,17β-Androstane; Perhydroandrostane; 5α-Dihydrotestosterone nucleus; Steroid nucleus C19
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Androstane is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance with cGMP and research-grade standards.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials.

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%

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