Description

5,6-Dehydro-17α-Methyl-D3 Epiandrosterone is a high-purity, synthetic steroid derivative of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in the fields of endocrinology and metabolic research. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, contract research organizations (CROs), and manufacturers of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) seeking to develop next-generation treatments.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of specialized steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and precursor in academic and industrial research focused on hormone analogs, metabolic pathways, and receptor studies.
• Endocrinology Studies: Employed in the development of experimental compounds for investigating androgen and metabolic pathways.
• Metabolic Research: Serves as a starting material for creating novel analogs with potential applications in metabolic disorder research.
• Pre-clinical Development: Utilized in the early-stage development and screening of new chemical entities (NCEs) for various therapeutic targets.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Dehydro-17α-Methyl-D3 Epiandrosterone
CAS No.	99371-94-5
Molecular Formula	C20H28O2
Molecular Weight	300.44 g/mol
Synonyms	17α-Methylandrosta-5,6-diene-3β-ol-17-one; 5,6-Dehydro-17α-methylepiandrosterone; 17α-Methyl-δ5-androsten-3β-ol-17-one; 17α-Methylandrosta-5,6-dien-3β-ol-17-one; 5,6-Dehydro-17-methyl-D3-epiandrosterone
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Quality Control

Our 5,6-Dehydro-17α-Methyl-D3 Epiandrosterone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single unknown impurity	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH Q3C guidelines
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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