Description

Flugestone is a synthetic progestogen steroid with significant applications in veterinary medicine and pharmaceutical research. Its primary value lies in its potent hormonal activity, which is utilized to control the reproductive cycles of livestock and in advanced therapeutic studies. This compound is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the animal health, pharmaceutical development, and life science sectors seeking reliable, high-purity active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Veterinary Estrus Synchronization: A key active ingredient in formulations used to regulate and synchronize the breeding cycles in cattle, sheep, and other livestock to improve farm management efficiency.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of more complex steroidal drugs and hormone therapies.
• Reproductive Research: Used in preclinical and clinical studies to investigate progestogen effects, reproductive biology, and endocrine system function.
• Animal Health Product Manufacturing: Incorporated into implants, injectables, and other delivery systems designed for veterinary reproductive health.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for the assay and identification of progestogen-containing products.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in studies focusing on hormone receptor binding, gene expression regulation, and cellular signaling pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Flugestone
CAS No.	337-03-1
Molecular Formula	C21H29FO4
Molecular Weight	364.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Flugestone Acetate; 9α-Fluoro-11β,17α-dihydroxy-3-oxopregn-4-ene-21-carboxylic acid γ-lactone acetate; Cronolone; Fluorogestone Acetate; FGA; NSC-65411; SC-9880; 6α-Fluoro-17α-acetoxy-3β-hydroxy-pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Flugestone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and related substances, IR for identification, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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