Description

Metynodiol CAS NO 23163-42-0 is a synthetic progestogen, a key intermediate in the synthesis of various steroidal pharmaceuticals. Its primary value lies in its role as a crucial building block for the development of potent hormonal agents used in therapeutic applications. This high-purity intermediate is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly those specializing in hormonal contraceptives and other steroid-based therapies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of potent progestins and other steroidal active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Hormone Research & Development: Serves as a key starting material or intermediate for medicinal chemists developing new steroidal compounds with targeted biological activity.
• Contraceptive Manufacturing: Used in the production chain for specific progestogen components found in various hormonal contraceptive formulations.
• Reference Standard: Can be supplied as a high-purity compound for use as an analytical reference standard in quality control laboratories.
• Process Development: Employed in scaling up and optimizing synthetic routes for commercial-scale production of related steroid molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Metynodiol
CAS No.	23163-42-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₂H₃₂O₂
Molecular Weight	328.49 g/mol
Synonyms	17α-Methyl-19-nortestosterone; 17α-Methylestr-4-en-17β-ol-3-one; 17α-Methyl-19-norandrost-4-en-17β-ol-3-one; Metynodiolum; NSC-92336; 17α-Methyl-19-nortestosterone; 17α-Methyl-19-norandrost-4-en-17β-ol-3-one
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Quality Control

Our Metynodiol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for pharmaceutical synthesis. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including identity confirmation, assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.