Compound Q&A
How is 5β-Dihydrocortisol (CAS: 1482-50-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
5β-Dihydrocortisol (CAS: 1482-50-4) is synthesized through a series of enzymatic and chemical reactions. Typically, it involves the demethylation of cortisol at the 11β position followed by reduction at the 5β position. Commonly used catalysts include hydrogenation in the presence of palladium on carbon. The synthetic route provides good yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
1482-50-4
English Name
5β-Dihydrocortisol
Molecular Formula
C21H32O5
Molecular Weight
364.5 g/mol
SMILES
CC12CCC(=O)CC1CCC3C2C(CC4(C3CCC4(C(=O)CO)O)C)O
InChIKey
ACSFOIGNUQUIGE-AIPUTVCKSA-N
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