Description

17A-Hydroxy-19-Norpregn-4-Ene-3,20-Dione is a high-purity synthetic steroid intermediate of significant importance in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound serves as a critical building block for the synthesis of more complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in the fields of endocrinology and hormone-related therapies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the multi-step synthesis of advanced steroid hormones and related pharmaceutical compounds.
• Research & Development: Used in laboratory settings for pharmacological studies, metabolic pathway investigations, and the development of new chemical entities (NCEs).
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Process Chemistry: Employed in scale-up and optimization studies for the commercial manufacturing of steroid-based APIs.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	17A-Hydroxy-19-Norpregn-4-Ene-3,20-Dione
CAS No.	16895-64-0
Molecular Formula	C20H28O3
Molecular Weight	316.44 g/mol
Synonyms	17α-Hydroxy-19-norpregn-4-ene-3,20-dione; 17α-Hydroxy-19-norprogesterone; 19-Nor-17α-hydroxyprogesterone; 17α-Hydroxy-19-norpregn-4-en-3,20-dione; 19-Norpregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 17α-hydroxy-; 17α-Hydroxy-19-nor-4-pregnene-3,20-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 17A-Hydroxy-19-Norpregn-4-Ene-3,20-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical intermediates. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

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

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