Description

5-β-Androst-1-En-3-α-Ol-17-One is a high-purity steroidal intermediate of significant importance in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in the field of endocrinology and hormone-related treatments. It is primarily required by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the production of specialized steroid-based APIs and reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the multi-step synthesis of advanced steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for investigating novel metabolic pathways and hormone analogs.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in steroid analysis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the custom synthesis of specialized steroidal compounds for clinical and pre-clinical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-β-Androst-1-En-3-α-Ol-17-One
CAS No.	33805-57-1
Molecular Formula	C19H28O2
Molecular Weight	288.43 g/mol
Synonyms	5β-Androst-1-en-3α-ol-17-one; 1-Dehydroetiocholanolone; 3α-Hydroxy-5β-androst-1-en-17-one; 17-Oxo-5β-androst-1-en-3α-ol; Etiochol-1-enolone; 5β-Androst-1-ene-3α,17β-diol-17-one (tautomeric form); 1,2-Didehydroetiocholanolone
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Quality Control

Our 5-β-Androst-1-En-3-α-Ol-17-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical intermediates. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product should be handled in accordance with good laboratory practices to prevent contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.