Description

5α-Pregn-16-En-20-One is a high-purity steroid intermediate of significant importance in pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the development of various steroidal drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors engaged in hormone-related therapeutic development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the multi-step synthesis of steroidal hormones and related therapeutic agents.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for investigating steroid metabolism and developing novel drug candidates.
• API Synthesis: Employed in the controlled production of complex Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) within GMP environments.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or reference compound in studies related to endocrine function and receptor binding.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Pregn-16-En-20-One
CAS No.	3752-04-3
Molecular Formula	C21H32O
Molecular Weight	300.48 g/mol
Synonyms	16-Pregnene-20-one, 5α-; 5α-Pregna-16-en-20-one; 5α-Pregn-16-en-20-one; 20-Oxo-5α-pregn-16-ene; 5α,16-Pregnadien-20-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5α-Pregn-16-En-20-One is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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.