Description

6,7-Dehydro Norethindrone Acetate is a key pharmaceutical intermediate and steroid derivative. This compound is of significant value in the research and development of novel hormonal therapies and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily required by pharmaceutical manufacturers, R&D laboratories, and fine chemical suppliers engaged in the synthesis of progestins and other steroid-based compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the multi-step synthesis of advanced steroid-based Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).
• Progestin Research: Used in the research and development of new progestational agents and hormonal contraceptives.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical reference standard for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in biochemical studies to investigate steroid hormone pathways, receptor binding, and metabolic processes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a specialized starting material or intermediate in custom synthesis and process development for fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,7-Dehydro Norethindrone Acetate
CAS No.	106765-04-2
Molecular Formula	C22H28O3
Molecular Weight	340.46 g/mol
Synonyms	19-Nor-17α-pregn-4-en-20-yn-3-one, 17-(acetyloxy)-6,7-didehydro-; 17α-Ethynyl-6,7-didehydro-19-nortestosterone acetate; 6,7-Didehydronorethisterone acetate; 6,7-Didehydronorethindrone acetate; 6-Dehydronorethisterone acetate; Norigest Acetate Impurity; Norethindrone Acetate Related Compound
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Quality Control

Our 6,7-Dehydro Norethindrone Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets stringent specifications for pharmaceutical intermediate use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single unknown impurity ≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH Q3C guidelines
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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