Product Name: Androsta-1,4-diene-3,17-dione

Definition:
Androsta-1,4-diene-3,17-dione is a steroidal compound with a diene structure, featuring carbonyl groups at the C3 and C17 positions. It is a key intermediate in the synthesis of steroidal drugs and is primarily used in pharmaceutical research and development.

Function:
This compound functions as a precursor in the synthesis of various steroidal compounds, particularly those involved in hormonal therapies. The diene structure and carbonyl groups make it an important intermediate for creating more complex steroid derivatives.

Applications:

· Pharmaceuticals: Used in the synthesis of anabolic steroids and other hormone-related medications.

· Chemical Synthesis: Applied in the development of custom steroid compounds for therapeutic use.

· Research & Development: Utilized in the study of steroidogenesis, hormone regulation, and the creation of novel steroid-based therapies.