Description

4-Pregnen-3-One is a key steroid intermediate of significant importance in organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile building block for the production of various pharmaceutical steroids and hormones. Industries such as pharmaceutical R&D, fine chemical manufacturing, and academic research require high-purity steroid intermediates like this for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other specialized compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of steroidal drugs and hormonal APIs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating complex steroid molecules in research and development.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies related to steroid metabolism, receptor binding, and enzymatic pathways.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for HPLC, GC, or TLC methods.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Applied in exploratory chemistry for developing new steroid-based compounds with potential therapeutic value.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pregnen-3-One
CAS No.	1232-18-4
Molecular Formula	C21H32O
Molecular Weight	300.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Pregn-4-en-3-one; 4-Pregnene-3-one; 3-Oxo-4-pregnene; 4-Pregnen-3-one; Pregnenolone derivative; δ4-Pregnen-3-one; 17β-Pregn-4-en-3-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Pregnen-3-One is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Specified range
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.