Description

19-Hydroxy-5α-Androstan-11-One is a high-purity steroid intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the development of more complex steroid-based molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the multi-step synthesis of specialized steroid hormones and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or starting material in metabolic pathway studies and steroidogenesis research.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a sophisticated building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	19-Hydroxy-5α-Androstan-11-One
CAS No.	564-29-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₃₀O₂
Molecular Weight	290.44 g/mol
Synonyms	19-Hydroxy-5α-androstan-11-one; 11-Oxo-19-hydroxy-5α-androstane; 5α-Androstane-11-one, 19-hydroxy-; 19-Hydroxyandrostan-11-one
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Quality Control

Our 19-Hydroxy-5α-Androstan-11-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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