Description

6,7-Dehydro-17α-Acetoxy Progesterone is a high-purity steroid intermediate of significant importance in pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the development of advanced steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries engaged in the development and production of hormonal therapies and other specialized steroid derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex steroid-based Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).
• Hormone Research: Used as a reference standard and starting material in biochemical and pharmacological research related to progesterone analogs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis for creating novel steroid structures with potential therapeutic activity.
• Process Development: Serves as a model compound for developing and optimizing scalable synthetic routes in process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,7-Dehydro-17α-Acetoxy Progesterone
CAS No.	425-51-4
Molecular Formula	C23H30O4
Molecular Weight	370.49 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Dehydro-17α-acetoxyprogesterone; 17α-Acetoxy-6-dehydroprogesterone; 17α-Acetoxypregna-4,6-diene-3,20-dione; 6,7-Dehydro-17α-acetoxyprogesterone; 17α-Hydroxypregna-4,6-diene-3,20-dione acetate; 6-Dehydro-17α-hydroxyprogesterone acetate; Pregna-4,6-diene-3,20-dione, 17-(acetyloxy)-, (17α)-
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Quality Control

Our 6,7-Dehydro-17α-Acetoxy Progesterone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical intermediate applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 prevent moisture absorption.

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.