Compound Q&A
How is Sodium (3beta)-17-oxoandrost-5-en-3-yl sulfate (CAS: 1099-87-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
Sodium (3beta)-17-oxoandrost-5-en-3-yl sulfate is synthesized via a multi-step process involving the conversion of androst-5-en-3-one to (3beta)-17-oxoandrost-5-en-3-one, followed by its esterification with sulfuric acid to form the sulfate ester. This process typically requires careful control of reaction conditions, including temperature and pH, to achieve high yield and selectivity. Common catalysts include sulfuric acid and other strong acids.
About
CAS No
1099-87-2
English Name
Sodium (3beta)-17-oxoandrost-5-en-3-yl sulfate
Molecular Formula
C19H27NaO5S
Molecular Weight
390.5 g/mol
SMILES
CC12CCC3C(C1CCC2=O)CC=C4C3(CCC(C4)OS(=O)(=O)[O-])C.[Na+]
InChIKey
GFJWACFSUSFUOG-ZJTJBYBXSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-10-23 07:31
