Description

4-Pregnen-20-α-Ol-3-One is a key steroid intermediate with significant relevance in pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial building block for the production of various steroid hormones and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors engaged in steroid chemistry and drug development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of steroid-based drugs and hormones.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new synthetic pathways and studying steroid metabolism.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating enzyme activity, receptor binding, and other steroid-related biochemical mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pregnen-20-α-Ol-3-One
CAS No.	145-14-2
Molecular Formula	C21H32O2
Molecular Weight	316.48 g/mol
Synonyms	20α-Hydroxypregn-4-en-3-one; 20α-Hydroxy-4-pregnen-3-one; 20α-Hydroxyprogesterone; 20α-OH-P4; Pregn-4-ene-3,20-diol, (20α)-; 20α-Dihydroprogesterone; NSC 9566
EINECS	205-647-4

Quality Control

Our 4-Pregnen-20-α-Ol-3-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications and test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (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	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.