Description

17,17A-Dihydroxy-D-Homoandrosta-4,17-Dien-3-One 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 in the research and development of novel pharmaceutical actives and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty chemical sectors for process development and scale-up activities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of steroidal drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or a starting material in metabolic pathway studies and hormone research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized building block for constructing complex organic molecules in process chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in discovery chemistry for developing new compounds with potential therapeutic activity.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	17,17A-Dihydroxy-D-Homoandrosta-4,17-Dien-3-One
CAS No.	30298-69-2
Molecular Formula	C20H28O3
Molecular Weight	316.44 g/mol
Synonyms	17,17A-Dihydroxy-D-homoandrosta-4,17-dien-3-one; 17,17a-Dihydroxy-D-homoandrosta-4,17-dien-3-one; 17,17a-Dihydroxy-D-homoandrosta-4,17-diene-3-one; 17,17a-Dihydroxy-D-homoandrosta-4,17-dien-3-one; D-Homoandrosta-4,17-diene-3,17a-diol-17-one; 17,17a-Dihydroxy-D-homoandrosta-4,17-dien-3-one (CAS 30298-69-2)
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Quality Control

Our 17,17A-Dihydroxy-D-Homoandrosta-4,17-Dien-3-One is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%

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