Description

17-Methyl-4-Androstene-3α,17α-Diol is a synthetic steroid derivative with a unique diol configuration at the 3α and 17α positions. This compound is of significant interest in pharmaceutical research and development, particularly as a key intermediate or reference standard for novel therapeutic agents. It serves the needs of research institutions, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical suppliers engaged in steroid chemistry, metabolic studies, and the synthesis of specialized bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the multi-step synthesis of novel steroid-based pharmaceuticals and investigational drugs.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development, validation, and compound identification via HPLC, GC-MS, or NMR.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial research to study steroid metabolism, enzyme interactions, and receptor binding affinities.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A valuable precursor for the preparation of more complex, functionally modified steroid analogs for various experimental applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	17-Methyl-4-Androstene-3α,17α-Diol
CAS No.	897950-19-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₂O₂
Molecular Weight	304.47 g/mol
Synonyms	17α-Methyl-5α-androst-4-ene-3α,17β-diol; 17-Methyl-4-androstene-3α,17α-diol; 3α,17α-Dihydroxy-17-methyl-4-androstene; 17-Methylandrost-4-ene-3α,17α-diol
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Quality Control

Our 17-Methyl-4-Androstene-3α,17α-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation (IR, NMR), purity assessment (HPLC), and specific impurity profiling to ensure it meets rigorous research-grade specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

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); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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.