Description

2,6Beta,17Beta-Trihydroxy-6Alpha-Pentyl-2,3-Seco-5Alpha-Androstan-3-Oi C Acid γ-Lactone is a high-purity, complex steroidal lactone derivative of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. This compound serves as a critical synthetic intermediate or reference standard for the production of novel therapeutic agents. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers specializing in steroid chemistry, hormone analogs, and metabolic pathway studies. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for your most demanding R&D and scale-up projects.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of novel steroidal drugs and bioactive molecules.
• Reference Standard: Used for analytical method development, validation, and quality control in pharmaceutical laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating enzyme inhibition, receptor binding, and metabolic pathways related to steroid hormones.
• Process Development: Serves as a starting material or intermediate for optimizing synthetic routes in process chemistry.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for exploratory chemistry and pharmacological studies.
• Custom Synthesis: A precursor for the tailored synthesis of specialized steroid derivatives for specific research applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6Beta,17Beta-Trihydroxy-6Alpha-Pentyl-2,3-Seco-5Alpha-Androstan-3-Oi C Acid γ-Lactone
CAS No.	59251-66-0
Molecular Formula	C24H38O5
Molecular Weight	406.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6β,17β-Trihydroxy-6α-pentyl-2,3-seco-5α-androstan-3-oic acid γ-lactone; 6α-Pentyl-2,3-secolactone; 5α-Androstane-2,6β,17β-triol, 6α-pentyl-, 2,3-seco-, 3→2-lactone; (3aR,5aR,6R,8aS,8bR,10aS,10bS,12aS)-6-Pentyl-3a,4,5,5a,6,7,8,8a,8b,9,10,10a,10b,11,12,12a-hexadecahydro-2H-8b,12a-ethenonaphth[2,1-g]isochromene-3,5,14(1H)-trione (theoretical); Steroidal γ-Lactone Derivative; 59251-66-0; Pentyl-seco-androstane lactone
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Quality Control

Our 2,6Beta,17Beta-Trihydroxy-6Alpha-Pentyl-2,3-Seco-5Alpha-Androstan-3-Oi C Acid γ-Lactone is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR, MS), to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical research. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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