Description

1-Dehydromedroxyprogesterone is a synthetic steroid compound, specifically a derivative of medroxyprogesterone. This high-purity intermediate is critical for pharmaceutical research and development, offering a reliable building block for the synthesis of more complex therapeutic agents. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors for the development of novel steroid-based treatments and reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthetic precursor in the production of advanced steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and starting material in medicinal chemistry for developing new therapeutic compounds.
• Hormone Research: Employed in biochemical studies to investigate progesterone receptor activity and related metabolic pathways.
• Analytical Standard: Functions as a high-purity calibration standard in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC) for quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Dehydromedroxyprogesterone
CAS No.	3660-13-7
Molecular Formula	C22H30O3
Molecular Weight	342.47 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Dehydro-6-methyl-17α-hydroxyprogesterone; 6-Methyl-6-dehydro-17α-hydroxyprogesterone; 17α-Hydroxy-6-methylpregna-4,6-diene-3,20-dione; 6-Dehydro-6-methyl-17α-acetoxyprogesterone (acetate derivative); Medroxyprogesterone Impurity; δ6-Medroxyprogesterone
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Quality Control

Our 1-Dehydromedroxyprogesterone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%

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