Description

5α-Androstane-3α,17β-Diol Diformate is a high-purity, synthetic steroid derivative of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for the synthesis of more complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and reference standards. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical suppliers engaged in the development of hormonal therapies, metabolic regulators, and other specialized medicinal compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and prodrugs.
• Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) in analytical laboratories for method development, validation, and quality control testing of related steroid compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in metabolic pathway studies, receptor binding assays, and investigations into androgen and related hormonal activities.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for the preparation of specialized steroid derivatives with modified biological properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Androstane-3α,17β-Diol Diformate
CAS No.	72654-90-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₃H₃₄O₆
Molecular Weight	406.51 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Androstane-3α,17β-diol diformate; 3α,17β-Diformyloxy-5α-androstane; Androstanediol Diformate; 5α-Androstan-3α,17β-diol 3,17-diformate; 3α,17β-Bis(formyloxy)-5α-androstane; 5α-Androstane-3α,17β-diyl diformate
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Quality Control

Our 5α-Androstane-3α,17β-Diol Diformate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is stable under these conditions for extended periods.

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%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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