Description

Pregnane-3,20-Dione, 5,6-Dihydroxy-6,17-Dimethyl-, (5α,6)- is a high-purity, synthetically derived steroid derivative with a defined molecular structure. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a valuable reference standard for research and development. It is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors requiring precise, high-quality building blocks for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard or a chemical probe in pharmacological and metabolic studies.
• Biochemical Research: Investigation of steroid hormone pathways, receptor binding studies, and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Building block for creating specialized steroid analogs with potential therapeutic applications.
• Quality Control: Serves as an analytical standard for method development and validation in QC laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pregnane-3,20-Dione, 5,6-Dihydroxy-6,17-Dimethyl-, (5α,6)-
CAS No.	3577-69-3
Molecular Formula	C23H36O4
Molecular Weight	376.53 g/mol
Synonyms	5α,6-Dihydroxy-6,17-dimethylpregnane-3,20-dione; 6,17-Dimethyl-5α,6-dihydroxypregnane-3,20-dione; (5α,6)-5,6-Dihydroxy-6,17-dimethylpregnane-3,20-dione; 6,17-Dimethyl-5α-pregnane-3,20-dione-5,6-diol; 5α-Pregnane-3,20-dione, 5,6-dihydroxy-6,17-dimethyl-; 3577-69-3; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our Pregnane-3,20-Dione, 5,6-Dihydroxy-6,17-Dimethyl-, (5α,6)- is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single impurity	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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