Description

5,6-Tribromo-3β-Hydroxy-16-Pregnen-20-One Acetate is a high-purity, synthetic steroid derivative characterized by its specific halogenated structure. This compound is a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of specialized pharmaceutical agents, particularly those targeting hormonal pathways. It is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for complex molecule synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of novel steroidal drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used in medicinal chemistry for the discovery and optimization of new therapeutic compounds with modified biological activity.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development and quality control in pharmaceutical laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating steroid hormone receptor interactions and metabolic pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5,6-Tribromo-3β-Hydroxy-16-Pregnen-20-One Acetate
CAS No.	883880-57-7
Molecular Formula	C23H31Br3O3
Molecular Weight	578.21 g/mol
Synonyms	16-Dehydropregnenolone Acetate Tribromide; 3β-Acetoxy-5,6-tribromo-16-pregnen-20-one; 5,6-Tribromo-3β-hydroxy-16-pregnen-20-one 3-acetate; Tribrominated Pregnenolone Acetate Derivative; 16-Pregnen-20-one, 5,6-tribromo-3β-hydroxy-, acetate; Steroid Tribromide Intermediate
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5,6-Tribromo-3β-Hydroxy-16-Pregnen-20-One Acetate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.