Description

5β-Androstane-3α,17β-Diol Diformate is a high-purity steroid derivative and chemical intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the research and development of novel pharmaceutical compounds and biochemical probes. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for creating specialized steroid-based molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and hormone analogs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or starting material in metabolic pathway studies, receptor binding assays, and steroidogenesis research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral building block for constructing more elaborate molecular architectures in custom synthesis and process chemistry.
• Academic & Institutional R&D: Employed in university and institutional laboratories for fundamental research in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and endocrinology.
• Process Development & Scale-up: Utilized in optimizing synthetic routes from laboratory scale to pilot plant and potential commercial production.

Basic Information

Product Name	5β-Androstane-3α,17β-Diol Diformate
CAS No.	72654-89-8
Molecular Formula	C23H34O6
Molecular Weight	406.52 g/mol
Synonyms	5β-Androstane-3α,17β-diol diformate; 3α,17β-Diformyloxy-5β-androstane; Androstanediol Diformate; 5β-Androstane-3α,17β-diyl diformate; 3α,17β-Bis(formyloxy)-5β-androstane; NSC 113986
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5β-Androstane-3α,17β-Diol Diformate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and development use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific data is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The container should be kept in a well-ventilated area and protected from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.