Compound Q&A
How is (11alpha)-11-Hydroxyandrost-4-ene-3,17-dione (CAS: 564-33-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
(11alpha)-11-Hydroxyandrost-4-ene-3,17-dione can be synthesized via the reduction of androst-4-ene-3,17-dione, followed by selective hydroxylation at position 11. This process typically involves the use of a hydrogenation catalyst such as palladium on carbon under hydrogen gas pressure. The hydroxylation step is often catalyzed by specific enzymes or chemical reagents to achieve high selectivity and yield.
About
CAS No
564-33-0
English Name
(11alpha)-11-Hydroxyandrost-4-ene-3,17-dione
Molecular Formula
C19H26O3
Molecular Weight
302.41 g/mol
SMILES
O=C(C=C1CC[C@@]2([H])[C@]3([H])CC4)CC[C@]1(C)[C@@]2([H])[C@H](O)C[C@]3(C)C4=O
InChIKey
WSCUHXPGYUMQEX-GBHAUCNQSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-25 04:58
