Description

1-Androstene-3α,17β-Diol CAS NO 38859-38-0 is a high-purity steroid intermediate of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. This compound serves as a critical building block for the synthesis of more complex steroidal molecules, offering a defined stereochemistry essential for targeted biological activity. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel therapeutic agents and reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of specialized steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard or starting material in biochemical and pharmacological research studies.
• Hormone Analog Synthesis: Serves as a foundational structure for developing novel androgen or anabolic hormone analogs.
• Metabolic Studies: Employed in research investigating steroid metabolism and enzymatic pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integrated into multi-step synthesis processes for high-value, complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Androstene-3α,17β-Diol
CAS No.	38859-38-0
Molecular Formula	C19H30O2
Molecular Weight	290.44 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Androstene-3α,17β-diol; 3α,17β-Dihydroxy-1-androstene; 1-Androstenediol; 1-Androstene-3α,17β-diol; 5α-Androst-1-ene-3α,17β-diol; Androst-1-ene-3α,17β-diol; (3α,5α,17β)-Androst-1-ene-3,17-diol
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Quality Control

Our 1-Androstene-3α,17β-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and stored away from direct light and moisture to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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