Description

Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate is a synthetic, long-acting progestogen steroid hormone. It is a critical active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) valued for its potent and sustained hormonal activity. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly for the formulation of injectable hormone therapies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical API: Primary active ingredient in injectable progestogen formulations.
• Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Used in treatments for conditions related to progesterone deficiency.
• Gynecological Therapeutics: Key component in medications for menstrual disorders and endometriosis.
• Support for Pregnancy: Employed in specific therapeutic protocols to help prevent preterm birth in high-risk pregnancies.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and building block in endocrine and steroid research.
• Veterinary Pharmaceuticals: Used in hormonal treatments for animals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate
CAS No.	630-56-8
Molecular Formula	C27H40O4
Molecular Weight	428.61 g/mol
Synonyms	17α-Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate; 17-Hydroxyprogesterone Hexanoate; Hydroxyprogesterone Heptanoate; Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 17-(1-oxohexyl)oxy]-; Delalutin; Prodrox; Proluton Depot; Gestapuran
EINECS	211-144-2

Quality Control

Our Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate is manufactured and tested to meet high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical applications. Quality is assured through a rigorous analytical regime including HPLC, IR, and loss on drying. We adhere to cGMP principles, and a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each batch to ensure traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or almost white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	98.0% - 102.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.