Description

16Alpha-Methylpregnenolone Acetate is a high-purity steroid intermediate of significant importance in pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial building block for the production of more complex steroidal active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the development and production of specialized steroid-based therapeutics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the multi-step synthesis of steroidal drugs, including certain corticosteroids and progestogens.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for investigating novel steroid synthesis pathways and structure-activity relationships.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of other high-value, complex steroidal compounds for various applications.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a chromatographic or spectroscopic standard for quality control and analytical method development in steroid analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	16Alpha-Methylpregnenolone Acetate
CAS No.	1863-41-8
Molecular Formula	C24H36O3
Molecular Weight	372.55 g/mol
Synonyms	16α-Methylpregnenolone Acetate; 3β-Hydroxy-16α-methylpregn-5-en-20-one 3-acetate; 16α-Methyl-3β-hydroxypregn-5-en-20-one acetate; 16α-Methyl-DHA Acetate; 16-Methyl-5-pregnen-3β-ol-20-one acetate; (3β)-3-(Acetyloxy)-16-methylpregn-5-en-20-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 16Alpha-Methylpregnenolone Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We can support development and production needs with material suitable for research use and as a pharmaceutical intermediate.

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 and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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