Description

3α,17β-Dihydroxy-5α-Androstan-11-One is a high-purity steroid derivative of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. This compound serves as a critical synthetic intermediate or reference standard for the production of specialized therapeutic agents. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers focused on endocrinology, metabolic studies, and novel drug discovery. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for industrial-scale applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Reference Standard: Used for analytical method development, validation, and quality control testing in pharmaceutical laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in metabolic pathway studies and as a tool compound to investigate steroid hormone receptors and enzyme interactions.
• Precursor for Derivatives: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of more potent or selectively modified steroid analogs for therapeutic evaluation.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3α,17β-Dihydroxy-5α-Androstan-11-One
CAS No.	32693-28-0
Molecular Formula	C19H30O3
Molecular Weight	306.44 g/mol
Synonyms	11-Oxoandrostanediol; 5α-Androstane-3α,17β-diol-11-one; 3α,17β-Dihydroxy-5α-androstan-11-one; 11-Ketoandrostanediol; Androstanediolone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3α,17β-Dihydroxy-5α-Androstan-11-One is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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 should be kept in a desiccated environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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