Description

4-Hydroxyequilenin is a specialized estrogenic metabolite and a key intermediate in steroid chemistry research. This compound matters for its role in studying metabolic pathways, hormonal activity, and as a critical reference standard in analytical laboratories. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, analytical chemists, and academic researchers focused on endocrinology, drug metabolism, and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity certified standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and GC-MS analysis in quality control and method development.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a crucial intermediate or probe in studying estrogen metabolism, receptor binding, and related enzymatic processes.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for investigative studies on steroid hormone derivatives and their biological effects.
• Metabolite Synthesis: Acts as a building block or precursor in the synthetic pathways for more complex steroid metabolites and analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxyequilenin
CAS No.	816-08-60-8
Molecular Formula	C18H18O4
Molecular Weight	298.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxyequilenin; 1,3,5(10),6,8-Estratetraene-3,4,17β-triol-16-one; 3,4,17β-Trihydroxy-1,3,5(10),6,8-estratetraen-16-one; 4-Hydroxyequilenin; Equilenin, 4-hydroxy-; 4-Hydroxy-1,3,5(10),6,8-estratetraene-3,17β-diol-16-one
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxyequilenin is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and reference standard applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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