Description

Androsta-1,4-Diene-3,17-Dione, 16-Methylene- is a high-purity steroid derivative and a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its specific molecular framework, which serves as a crucial building block for the synthesis of more complex bioactive molecules. It is primarily required by research institutions and pharmaceutical development laboratories 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 specialized steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or a starting material in metabolic pathway studies and endocrine research.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile scaffold for medicinal chemists to develop new chemical entities with targeted biological activity.
• Process Development: Employed in scaling up and optimizing synthetic routes for steroid manufacturing within GMP environments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Androsta-1,4-Diene-3,17-Dione, 16-Methylene-
CAS No.	2467590-81-2
Molecular Formula	C20H24O2
Molecular Weight	296.41 g/mol
Synonyms	16-Methyleneandrosta-1,4-diene-3,17-dione; 16-Methyleneandrostadienedione; 16-Methylene-1,4-androstadiene-3,17-dione; 16-Methylenandrosta-1,4-dien-3,17-dion; 16-Methylenandrostadienedion
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Quality Control

Our Androsta-1,4-Diene-3,17-Dione, 16-Methylene- 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 of research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.