(5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one

Name: (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012767

About (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one

Vaqora Chemicals supplies (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one, a process intermediate or related compound of Rocuronium registered under CAS number 963-75-7. Formula C19H28O, molecular weight 272.4 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (5S,8R,9S,10S,13S,14S)-10,13-dimethyl-1,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-one. It is also known as 5α-Androst-2-en-17-one or 17-Oxo-5alpha-androst-2-ene.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Rocuronium, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Rocuronium

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Rocuronium.

Rocuronium impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	(5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one
Catalogue No.	VQ-012767
CAS Number	963-75-7
IUPAC name	(5S,8R,9S,10S,13S,14S)-10,13-dimethyl-1,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-one
Molecular formula	C₁₉H₂₈O
Molecular weight	272.4 g/mol
Exact mass	272.214
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	ISJVDMWNISUFRJ-HKQXQEGQSA-N
SMILES	C[C@]12CC[C@H]3[C@H]([C@@H]1CCC2=O)CC[C@@H]4[C@@]3(CC=CC4)C
PubChem CID	101928

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	4.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
Synonyms	5α-Androst-2-en-17-one, 17-Oxo-5alpha-androst-2-ene, 5alpha-androst-2-en-17-one, Androst-2-en-17-one, 5-androst-2-en-17-one, 5 alpha-androst-2-en-17-one, 5a-Androst-2-en-17-one, 5-alpha-androst-2-en-17-one, (5a)-Androst-2-en-17-one, 90%, Androst-2-en-17-one, (5.alpha.)-, 17-oxo-5a-androst-2-ene, 5alpha-Androsta-2-en-17-one

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302+H312+H332Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H332Harmful if inhaled
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P317, P318, P321, P330, P362 + P364, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one?

The CAS Registry Number of (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one is 963-75-7. It is also known as 5α-Androst-2-en-17-one, 17-Oxo-5alpha-androst-2-ene, 5alpha-androst-2-en-17-one.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one?

(5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one has the molecular formula C19H28O and a molecular weight of 272.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (5S,8R,9S,10S,13S,14S)-10,13-dimethyl-1,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-one.

What is (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one used for?

(5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Rocuronium. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one can I order?

We supply (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one?

Yes. Every lot of (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one be shipped internationally?

Yes. (5alpha)-Androst-2-en-17-one is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.