Description

Androst-5-En-17-One, 3,7-Dihydroxy- (9Ci) CAS NO 62357-03-3 is a high-purity steroid derivative, also known as 7α-Hydroxydehydroepiandrosterone, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents targeting metabolic and endocrine pathways. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and academic research institutions engaged in steroid chemistry and drug discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used in biochemical research to study enzyme interactions, metabolic pathways, and hormone receptor activity.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development and quality control in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to create novel chemical entities for biological screening.
• Metabolic Studies: Utilized in preclinical research to investigate the role of 7-hydroxylated steroids in physiology and disease models.

Basic Information

Product Name	Androst-5-En-17-One, 3,7-Dihydroxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	62357-03-3
Molecular Formula	C19H28O3
Molecular Weight	304.43 g/mol
Synonyms	7α-Hydroxydehydroepiandrosterone; 7α-OH-DHEA; 3β,7α-Dihydroxyandrost-5-en-17-one; 7α-Hydroxy-DHEA; 3β,7α-Dihydroxy-5-androsten-17-one; 7α-Hydroxy-3β-androsten-17-one; Androst-5-ene-3β,7α-diol-17-one
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Quality Control

Our Androst-5-En-17-One, 3,7-Dihydroxy- (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and synthesis use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your quality 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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment and away from direct light exposure to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%

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