Description

4-Hydroxyestrone-4-Methyl Ether is a key synthetic intermediate and reference standard in steroid chemistry. This compound is valued for its role in the research and development of novel pharmaceutical agents and biochemical tools. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in endocrinology, metabolic studies, and the synthesis of steroid derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthetic pathways of more complex steroid-based therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or analytical reagent in studies of estrogen metabolism and hormone-related pathways.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of novel chemical entities in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Analytical Standard: Employed in method development and validation for chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC) of steroid compounds.
• Metabolite Studies: Useful in the investigation of estrone and estradiol metabolic pathways for toxicological or pharmacological profiling.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxyestrone-4-Methyl Ether
CAS No.	58562-33-7
Molecular Formula	C19H24O3
Molecular Weight	300.39 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxyestrone; 4-Methoxy-1,3,5(10)-estratrien-3-ol-17-one; 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxyestra-1,3,5(10)-trien-17-one; 4-Methoxyestra-1,3,5(10)-trien-3-ol-17-one; 4-Hydroxyestrone methyl ether; 4-Methoxy-17-oxoestra-1,3,5(10)-trien-3-ol; Estrone, 4-methoxy-
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxyestrone-4-Methyl Ether is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including identification by spectroscopic methods and purity determination by HPLC. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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