Description

5α-Androstane-17β-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity steroidal carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in pharmaceutical research and synthesis. Its value lies in providing a structurally defined backbone for the development of novel therapeutic agents and reference standards. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors focused on steroid chemistry and drug discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research Chemical: Used in academic and industrial research for studying steroid metabolism, receptor interactions, and biological pathways.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex steroidal molecules for various applications.
• Biochemical Tool: Utilized in the development of assays and probes for enzymatic studies related to steroid hormones.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Androstane-17β-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	6247-77-4
Molecular Formula	C20H32O2
Molecular Weight	304.47 g/mol
Synonyms	17β-Carboxy-5α-androstane; 5α-Androstane-17β-carboxylic acid; Androstane-17β-carboxylic acid; 17β-Androstanecarboxylic acid; 5α-Androstan-17β-oic acid; (5α,17β)-Androstane-17-carboxylic acid; 17β-Carboxyetioallocholane
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Quality Control

Our 5α-Androstane-17β-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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