Description

17Beta-Hydroxy-2-(Hydroxymethylene)-4,17-Dimethylandrost-4-En-3-One is a high-purity synthetic steroid derivative with a modified androstane structure. This compound is valued for its role as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate in the research and development of advanced therapeutic agents. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced research sectors requiring precise and reliable building blocks for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for pharmacological studies and the development of new chemical entities.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a reference standard or a tool compound in metabolic pathway and receptor interaction studies.
• Hormone Analog Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of modified steroid hormones with targeted biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	17Beta-Hydroxy-2-(Hydroxymethylene)-4,17-Dimethylandrost-4-En-3-One
CAS No.	38539-99-0
Molecular Formula	C22H32O3
Molecular Weight	344.49 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethylene)-17β-hydroxy-4,17-dimethylandrost-4-en-3-one; 4,17-Dimethyl-2-hydroxymethylene-17β-hydroxy-5α-androst-1-en-3-one; 17β-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethylene)-4,17-dimethylandrost-4-en-3-one; 2-Formyl-17β-hydroxy-4,17-dimethylandrost-4-en-3-one; 2-Hydroxymethylene-17β-hydroxy-4,17-dimethylandrost-4-en-3-one
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Quality Control

Our 17Beta-Hydroxy-2-(Hydroxymethylene)-4,17-Dimethylandrost-4-En-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.