Description

Pentagestrone is a synthetic progestogen, a member of the pregnane steroid class. This compound is valued for its specific hormonal activity and is utilized in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. It serves as a key intermediate or active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector, particularly those focused on endocrinology and reproductive health.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of more complex steroid-based therapeutic agents.
• Hormonal Research: Used in biochemical and pharmacological studies to investigate progestogenic activity and receptor binding.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and compound identification via HPLC, GC-MS, or NMR.
• API Development: Acts as an active pharmaceutical ingredient in the formulation development for potential therapeutic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentagestrone
CAS No.	7001-56-1
Molecular Formula	C21H30O3
Molecular Weight	330.46 g/mol
Synonyms	17α-Hydroxy-6-methylpregn-4-ene-3,20-dione; 6-Methyl-17α-hydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione; 17-Hydroxy-6-methylprogesterone; NSC-85444; Pentagestone; Gestovis
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Quality Control

Our Pentagestrone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification (IR, NMR), purity assay (HPLC), and control of related substances, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

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%
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.