Description

12β-Hydroxy-5β-Androstane-3,17-Dione is a high-purity steroid derivative and a key intermediate in organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its defined stereochemistry and functional groups, which make it a versatile building block for the development of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers engaged in steroid chemistry, hormone research, and the synthesis of novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of steroidal drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or starting material in metabolic pathway studies and endocrinology research.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a chiral building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry.
• Reference Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quality control testing of related steroid compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	12β-Hydroxy-5β-Androstane-3,17-Dione
CAS No.	53604-46-9
Molecular Formula	C19H28O3
Molecular Weight	304.43 g/mol
Synonyms	12β-Hydroxy-5β-androstane-3,17-dione; 5β-Androstane-12β-ol-3,17-dione; 12β-Hydroxyetiocholane-3,17-dione; 3,17-Dioxo-5β-androstan-12β-ol; 12β-Hydroxy-5β-etiocholanedione; 5β,12β-Androstanediol-3,17-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 12β-Hydroxy-5β-Androstane-3,17-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and synthesis applications. A 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 a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from moisture and light sources to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Single 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.