Description

5α-Androstane-3,12,17-Trione is a high-purity steroid derivative, also known as adrenosterone, with the CAS registry number 4171-01-1. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for the synthesis of specialized steroid-based compounds and for analytical calibration purposes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of more complex steroid hormones and therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and reagent in metabolic pathway studies and endocrinology research.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a high-purity standard for method development and calibration in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC).
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in universities and corporate labs for investigating steroid biochemistry and developing novel bioactive molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Androstane-3,12,17-Trione
CAS No.	4171-01-1
Molecular Formula	C19H26O3
Molecular Weight	302.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Adrenosterone; 11-Ketoandrostenedione; 11-Oxoandrostenedione; 3,12,17-Trioxo-5α-androstane; 5α-Androstane-3,11,17-trione; 4-Androstene-3,11,17-trione; Reichstein's Substance G
EINECS	224-034-8

Quality Control

Our 5α-Androstane-3,12,17-Trione is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support research and production needs with material traceability and documentation aligned with cGMP principles where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%

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