Description

17β-Hydroxy-5α-Androstane-3,6-Dione is a high-purity steroidal intermediate of significant importance in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis and research. This compound serves as a critical building block for the development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in the field of endocrinology and hormone-related research. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and academic research institutions engaged in steroid chemistry and drug discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and a starting material in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays related to steroidogenesis.
• Hormone Analog Development: Serves as a core structure for the research and development of modified androstane derivatives with targeted biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis for creating specialized steroidal compounds for various investigational purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	17β-Hydroxy-5α-Androstane-3,6-Dione
CAS No.	899-39-8
Molecular Formula	C19H28O3
Molecular Weight	304.43 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Androstane-3,6-dione-17β-ol; 17β-Hydroxy-5α-androstane-3,6-dione; 3,6-Diketo-5α-androstan-17β-ol; 5α-Androstan-17β-ol-3,6-dione; Androstanedione derivative
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Quality Control

Our 17β-Hydroxy-5α-Androstane-3,6-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles, typically verified by HPLC, IR, and other relevant analytical techniques. We adhere to cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliable quality for critical research and development applications.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5% Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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