Description

17-Hydroxy-6-Dehydroprogesterone is a key steroidal intermediate of significant importance in pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile precursor in the production of more complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily required by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for the development and production of hormonal therapies and other specialized steroid compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the multi-step synthesis of advanced steroid-based drugs and hormonal agents.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for studying steroid metabolism, receptor interactions, and developing new therapeutic pathways.
• API Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specific corticosteroid or progestogen active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in biochemical assays and metabolic pathway analysis related to steroid hormones.

Basic Information

Product Name	17-Hydroxy-6-Dehydroprogesterone
CAS No.	2477-60-3
Molecular Formula	C21H28O3
Molecular Weight	328.45 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Dehydro-17α-Hydroxyprogesterone; 17α-Hydroxy-6-dehydroprogesterone; 17-Hydroxy-4,6-pregnadiene-3,20-dione; 4,6-Pregnadiene-17α-ol-3,20-dione; 17α-Hydroxypregna-4,6-diene-3,20-dione
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Quality Control

Our 17-Hydroxy-6-Dehydroprogesterone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical intermediate applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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