Description

3β,11α-Dihydroxy-5β-Androstan-17-One is a high-purity steroid derivative and a key intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound is valued for its defined stereochemistry, which is critical for producing specific biological activity in downstream active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily required by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for the development and production of steroid-based therapeutics and reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the multi-step synthesis of more complex steroid hormones and therapeutic agents.
• Reference Standard: Used in analytical laboratories for method development, validation, and quality control testing of related steroid compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor or standard in metabolic pathway studies and endocrine research.
• API Development: Employed in the research and development of new steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients with targeted therapeutic effects.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3β,11α-Dihydroxy-5β-Androstan-17-One
CAS No.	32212-55-8
Molecular Formula	C19H30O3
Molecular Weight	306.44 g/mol
Synonyms	5β-Androstane-3β,11α-diol-17-one; 3β,11α-Dihydroxy-5β-androstan-17-one; 17-Oxo-5β-androstane-3β,11α-diol; 5β-Androstane-3β,11α,17β-triol-17-one (tautomeric form); Etiocholane-3β,11α-diol-17-one; A-Nor-3β,11α-dihydroxy-5β-androstan-17-one (common misnomer); Contact for additional trade names and aliases.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3β,11α-Dihydroxy-5β-Androstan-17-One is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and manufacturing. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific data are available upon request.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

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%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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