Description

3β,5-Dihydroxy-5α-Ergost-25-Ene-6,12-Dione is a high-purity steroidal dione compound with the CAS number 56052-98-3. This specialized ergostane derivative serves as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of novel pharmaceutical compounds and bioactive molecules. It is primarily required by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies engaged in steroid chemistry, drug discovery, and the development of enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel steroidal drugs and therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in studies involving steroid biosynthesis pathways and enzyme activity.
• Drug Discovery: Serves as a core scaffold for medicinal chemistry programs targeting specific biological receptors.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for investigating the chemical and biological properties of ergostane derivatives.
• Process Development: Employed in scaling up synthetic routes for complex steroidal molecules in pilot plants.

Basic Information

Product Name	3β,5-Dihydroxy-5α-Ergost-25-Ene-6,12-Dione
CAS No.	56052-98-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₄₂O₄
Molecular Weight	442.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Ergost-25-ene-6,12-dione, 3β,5-dihydroxy-5α-; 5α-Ergost-25-ene-3β,5-diol-6,12-dione; (3β,5α)-Ergost-25-ene-3,5-diol-6,12-dione; 3β,5α-Dihydroxyergost-25-ene-6,12-dione; 5α-Ergosta-25-ene-3β,5-diol-6,12-dione
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Quality Control

Our 3β,5-Dihydroxy-5α-Ergost-25-Ene-6,12-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients' regulatory requirements.

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 compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept sealed in a low-humidity environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.