Description

21-Deoxytetrahydroaldosterone is a key intermediate and reference standard in the synthesis and analytical research of steroid hormones. This compound matters for its role in the study of aldosterone metabolism and the development of related pharmaceutical agents. It is primarily needed by research institutions, pharmaceutical development laboratories, and manufacturers of high-purity biochemical reagents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and as a reference standard for analytical method development.
• Biochemical Analysis: Used as a high-purity standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) and mass spectrometry for quantifying aldosterone pathway metabolites in biological samples.
• Metabolic Pathway Studies: Employed in research to investigate the biosynthesis, regulation, and catabolism of mineralocorticoids like aldosterone.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in universities and research institutes for endocrinology studies and educational purposes.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: Acts as a raw material or calibrant in the production of immunoassay kits for hormone level testing.
• Process Chemistry: Functions as a building block in the multi-step synthesis of more complex steroid molecules for pharmaceutical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	21-Deoxytetrahydroaldosterone
CAS No.	6251-70-3
Molecular Formula	C21H32O4
Molecular Weight	348.48 g/mol
Synonyms	21-Deoxy-5β-tetrahydroaldosterone; 3α,11β,21-Trihydroxy-20-oxo-5β-pregnan-18-al; 18,20-Epoxy-3α,11β-dihydroxy-5β-pregnan-21-oic acid γ-lactone; 21-Desoxytetrahydroaldosterone; 5β-Pregnan-18-al, 3α,11β,21-trihydroxy-20-oxo-; Tetrahydro-21-deoxyaldosterone; Aldosterone Impurity; Aldosterone Related Compound
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Quality Control

Our 21-Deoxytetrahydroaldosterone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. 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 at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry environment. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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