Description

17Beta-Hydroxy-2-(Hydroxymethylene)Androst-4-Ene-3-One is a high-purity steroid derivative, also known as 2-Hydroxymethylene DHT, with significant relevance in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound serves as a critical key intermediate for synthesizing more complex steroidal drugs and is valued for its specific structural modifications. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical manufacturers and research institutions focused on endocrinology, metabolic disorders, and hormone-related therapies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of advanced steroidal active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used in preclinical studies and biochemical research to investigate androgen receptor modulation and metabolic pathways.
• Hormone Analog Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing novel androgen and anabolic steroid analogs with potential therapeutic applications.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Utilized in vitro to study enzyme interactions and steroidal transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	17Beta-Hydroxy-2-(Hydroxymethylene)Androst-4-Ene-3-One
CAS No.	40996-87-0
Molecular Formula	C20H28O3
Molecular Weight	316.44 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxymethylene Dihydrotestosterone; 2-Hydroxymethylene DHT; 2-Hydroxymethylene-17β-hydroxy-5α-androstan-3-one; 17β-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethylene)-5α-androstan-3-one; 2-Hydroxymethylandrost-4-ene-3,17-dione derivative; Androst-4-ene-3-one, 17β-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethylene)-; 2-Hydroxymethylene-5α-androstane-3,17-dione
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Quality Control

Our 17Beta-Hydroxy-2-(Hydroxymethylene)Androst-4-Ene-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and pharmaceutical use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches 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.