Description

6α-Hydroxy-5α-Cholesta-9(11),20(22)-Diene-3,23-Dione is a high-purity, functionalized steroidal compound with a defined molecular structure. This specialized intermediate is critical for research and development in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly in the modification of steroid backbones. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for the production of novel therapeutic agents and reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for creating custom steroidal derivatives with specific functional groups.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in exploratory chemistry for developing new compounds with potential biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	6α-Hydroxy-5α-Cholesta-9(11),20(22)-Diene-3,23-Dione
CAS No.	50676-99-8
Molecular Formula	C27H40O3
Molecular Weight	412.61 g/mol
Synonyms	6α-Hydroxy-5α-cholesta-9(11),20(22)-diene-3,23-dione; 5α-Cholesta-9(11),20(22)-diene-3,23-dione, 6α-hydroxy-; (5α,6α)-6-Hydroxycholesta-9(11),20(22)-diene-3,23-dione; 6α-Hydroxycholesta-9(11),20(22)-diene-3,23-dione; 23-Oxocholesta-9(11),20(22)-diene-3,6-dione (6α); Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 6α-Hydroxy-5α-Cholesta-9(11),20(22)-Diene-3,23-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets exacting R&D and process chemistry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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