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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p><strong>5β-Dihydrocortisone</strong> is a synthetic corticosteroid intermediate characterized by reduced activity at the C4-C5 double bond. Produced via catalytic hydrogenation of cortisone, its molecular formula is <strong>C21H30O5</strong> and CAS number is <strong>50-92-8</strong>.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
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<li>Synthesis of high-purity pharmaceutical corticosteroids.</li>
<li>Research on metabolic pathways in endocrinology.</li>
<li>Standard reference material for analytical quality control.</li>
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<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Store under inert atmosphere at 2-8°C away from light. Handle with PPE to avoid dermal absorption; strictly regulated as a controlled substance precursor in many jurisdictions.</p>