Description

2α,3α-Epoxy-3-Methyl-5α-Androstan-17β-Ol is a high-purity steroid derivative and a key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its defined stereochemistry and functional groups, which make it a crucial building block for the synthesis of more complex bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies engaged in steroid chemistry, hormone research, and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of novel steroid-based pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or a starting material in academic and industrial research focused on steroid receptor interactions and metabolic pathways.
• Hormone Analog Development: Serves as a scaffold for the development of new androgen or other hormone analogs with modified biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in advanced organic synthesis to study epoxide ring-opening reactions and stereoselective transformations within the steroid nucleus.

Basic Information

Product Name	2α,3α-Epoxy-3-Methyl-5α-Androstan-17β-Ol
CAS No.	26737-12-2
Molecular Formula	C20H32O2
Molecular Weight	304.47 g/mol
Synonyms	2α,3α-Epoxy-3-methyl-5α-androstan-17β-ol; 3-Methyl-2α,3α-epoxy-5α-androstan-17β-ol; 17β-Hydroxy-3-methyl-2α,3α-epoxy-5α-androstane; 2α,3α-Epoxy-3-methyl-17β-hydroxy-5α-androstane; 3-Methyl-5α-androstane-2α,3α-epoxide-17β-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2α,3α-Epoxy-3-Methyl-5α-Androstan-17β-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes 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). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

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