Description

(6α,9β,10α)-6-Methylpregn-4-Ene-3,20-Dione is a high-purity synthetic steroid intermediate with a defined stereochemistry. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of more complex pharmaceutical active ingredients. It is primarily required by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors for the development and production of steroid-based therapeutics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the multi-step synthesis of specific corticosteroid or progestogen APIs.
• Steroid Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and metabolic pathways.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development and quality control in pharmaceutical labs.
• Process Chemistry: Employed in scaling up synthetic routes for novel steroid derivatives during process optimization.
• Biochemical Studies: Utilized in investigations of steroid hormone receptors and enzyme inhibition studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6α,9β,10α)-6-Methylpregn-4-Ene-3,20-Dione
CAS No.	4255-80-5
Molecular Formula	C22H32O2
Molecular Weight	328.49 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methylpregn-4-ene-3,20-dione; 6α-Methyl-9β,10α-pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione; 6α-Methyl-9β,10α-progesterone; 9β,10α-6-Methylprogesterone; NSC 172112; (6α,9β,10α)-6-Methylprogesterone; 6-Methyl-9β,10α-pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione
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Quality Control

Our (6α,9β,10α)-6-Methylpregn-4-Ene-3,20-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets exacting standards for pharmaceutical research. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, purity, and consistency.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%
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.