Description

5-α-Androstane is a fundamental steroid nucleus and a key biochemical intermediate. This compound is crucial for research and development in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, serving as a core scaffold for synthesizing more complex steroid derivatives. It is primarily utilized by researchers in steroid chemistry, pharmaceutical development, and analytical laboratories for method development and reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Acts as a critical starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other steroid-based compounds.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy for method validation, quality control, and compound identification.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in metabolic pathway research to study steroidogenesis, enzyme mechanisms, and receptor interactions.
• Academic & Industrial Chemistry: Serves as a building block in organic synthesis for creating novel steroid analogs with potential therapeutic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-α-Androstane
CAS No.	438-22-2
Molecular Formula	C19H32
Molecular Weight	260.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Androstane; 5α-Androstane; Etioallocholane; Allocholane; 5α-Androstan; NSC 9895; 17β-Androstane; 5α-Dihydrotestosterone nucleus
EINECS	207-115-6

Quality Control

Our 5-α-Androstane is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability, consistency, and reliability for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.