Description

Mepregenol Diacetate is a high-purity synthetic steroid intermediate of significant importance in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Its primary value lies in its role as a key building block for the synthesis of more complex steroidal active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is essential for research and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly those developing or producing hormone-based therapies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of steroidal drugs and hormones.
• Research & Development: Used in laboratory settings for the discovery and development of new therapeutic steroid compounds.
• API Synthesis: Serves as a key starting material or intermediate in the commercial production of steroidal Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients.
• Process Chemistry: Employed in scale-up and optimization studies for efficient and cost-effective manufacturing routes.
• Reference Standard: Can be utilized as an analytical standard for quality control and method validation in pharmaceutical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mepregenol Diacetate
CAS No.	3116-07-2
Molecular Formula	C24H34O4
Molecular Weight	386.53 g/mol
Synonyms	17α-Acetoxy-6-methylpregna-4,6-diene-3,20-dione; 6-Methyl-17α-acetoxypregna-4,6-diene-3,20-dione; 17α-Acetoxy-6-methyl-4,6-pregnadiene-3,20-dione; Meprednisone 21-Acetate; Mepregenol Diacetate; 6-Methylprednisolone 17,21-Diacetate (related structure); Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our Mepregenol Diacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and related substances is provided with each shipment 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric 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	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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