Description

16-Bromoepiandrosterone is a brominated derivative of the endogenous steroid hormone epiandrosterone, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic and medicinal chemistry. This compound is valued for its role in the targeted synthesis of novel steroid analogs and pharmaceutical candidates, enabling research into hormone-related pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in steroid chemistry and drug discovery programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used in academic and industrial research to study steroid hormone metabolism, receptor interactions, and enzyme inhibition.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in complex organic transformations to introduce the bromo-steroid moiety into more complex molecular architectures.
• Probe Development: Useful in developing chemical probes and labeled compounds for biological imaging and mechanism-of-action studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	16-Bromoepiandrosterone
CAS No.	28507-02-0
Molecular Formula	C19H29BrO2
Molecular Weight	369.34 g/mol
Synonyms	16α-Bromo-3β-hydroxy-5α-androstan-17-one; 16-Bromo-5α-androstane-3β,17β-diol-17-one; 16-Bromo-3β-hydroxyandrostan-17-one; 16-Bromo-3β-hydroxy-5α-androstan-17-one; 16-Bromoepiandrosterone; 16-Br-EA; 16-Bromo-EA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 16-Bromoepiandrosterone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (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.