Description

3-Ethoxy-6-Methyl-3,5-Androstadiene-11-β-Ol-17-One is a high-purity steroid derivative with the CAS number 74915-66-5. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex steroid-based pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is primarily required by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for developing novel therapeutic agents and conducting metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in metabolic pathway studies and hormone research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the development of specialized chemical entities for high-value applications.
• Process Development: Serves as a critical material for scaling up and optimizing synthetic routes in pilot plants.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethoxy-6-Methyl-3,5-Androstadiene-11-β-Ol-17-One
CAS No.	74915-66-5
Molecular Formula	C22H32O3
Molecular Weight	344.49 g/mol
Synonyms	11β-Hydroxy-3-ethoxy-6-methyl-3,5-androstadien-17-one; 3-Ethoxy-6-methyl-δ3,5-androstadiene-11β-ol-17-one; 11β-Hydroxy-3-ethoxy-6-methyl-androsta-3,5-dien-17-one; 74915-66-5; 3-Ethoxy-6-methyl-3,5-androstadiene-11β-ol-17-one; 6-Methyl-3-ethoxy-androsta-3,5-diene-11β,17-diol-17-one (tautomeric form)
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Quality Control

Our 3-Ethoxy-6-Methyl-3,5-Androstadiene-11-β-Ol-17-One is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles, typically determined by HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical R&D and production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This 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
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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