Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to (3beta)-3-Hydroxyandrost-4-en-17-one in synthesis (CAS: 571-44-8)?
Answer
Alternative reagents and isomers can be used in the synthesis of (3beta)-3-Hydroxyandrost-4-en-17-one (CAS: 571-44-8). Common alternatives include (3alpha)-3-Hydroxyandrost-4-en-17-one and other related androstane derivatives. These alternatives offer similar functionalities but may differ in synthesis complexity and cost.
About
CAS No
571-44-8
English Name
(3beta)-3-Hydroxyandrost-4-en-17-one
Molecular Formula
C19H28O2
Molecular Weight
288.43 g/mol
SMILES
C[C@@]12CCC[C@H]1[C@@H]1CCC3=C[C@@H](O)CC(=O)[C@]3(C)[C@H]1CC2
InChIKey
VMYTXBKVYDESSJ-USOAJAOKSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-21 00:33
