Compound Q&A
How is (3beta,5alpha)-17-Oxoandrostan-3-yl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate (CAS: 10429-07-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
(3beta,5alpha)-17-Oxoandrostan-3-yl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate is typically synthesized through a multi-step process involving the conversion of androst-3-ene-17-one to the 17-oxo derivative, followed by esterification with 4-methylbenzenesulfonyl chloride. The reaction is catalyzed by a suitable acid or base, and the product is isolated by recrystallization. This method provides a yield of approximately 75-85%.
About
CAS No
10429-07-9
English Name
(3beta,5alpha)-17-Oxoandrostan-3-yl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate
Molecular Formula
C26H36O4S
Molecular Weight
444.64 g/mol
SMILES
Cc1ccc(cc1)S(=O)(=O)O[C@H]1CC[C@]2([C@H](C1)CC[C@@H]1[C@@H]2CC[C@]2([C@H]1CCC2=O)C)C
InChIKey
HNTMKSKJRZRWKS-MWLOVLLCSA-N
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