Description

11β,17β-Dihydroxy-5β-Androstan-2-One is a high-purity steroidal intermediate of significant importance in pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the production of more complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries engaged in steroid hormone development and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the multi-step synthesis of steroidal drugs and hormones.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for studying steroid metabolism and developing new therapeutic agents.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialized steroid derivatives for various applications.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in pharmaceutical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	11β,17β-Dihydroxy-5β-Androstan-2-One
CAS No.	55267-53-3
Molecular Formula	C19H30O3
Molecular Weight	306.44 g/mol
Synonyms	5β-Androstane-11β,17β-diol-2-one; 2-Oxo-5β-androstane-11β,17β-diol; 11β,17β-Dihydroxy-5β-androstan-2-one; 5β-Androstane-2-one-11β,17β-diol; 11β,17β-Dihydroxyetiocholan-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 11β,17β-Dihydroxy-5β-Androstan-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications. 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.