Description

17Alpha-Acetoxy-6,16-Di-Methylene-Pregn-4-En-3,20-Dione is a high-purity synthetic steroid intermediate of significant commercial and research importance. This compound serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of more complex steroidal pharmaceuticals, enabling precise chemical modifications. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly within the fields of endocrinology and oncology.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the multi-step synthesis of advanced steroidal active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for investigating structure-activity relationships (SAR) and developing new steroid-based drug candidates.
• Process Chemistry: Employed in scale-up and optimization studies for the commercial manufacturing routes of target steroid molecules.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	17Alpha-Acetoxy-6,16-Di-Methylene-Pregn-4-En-3,20-Dione
CAS No.	80097-73-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₅H₃₂O₄
Molecular Weight	396.52 g/mol
Synonyms	6,16-Dimethylene-17α-acetoxypregna-4-ene-3,20-dione; 17α-Acetoxy-6,16-dimethylene-4-pregnene-3,20-dione; 6,16-Dimethyleneprednisolone 17-acetate; 6,16-Dimethylene-17α-acetoxyprogesterone; 6,16-Dimethyleneprednisolone acetate; 17α-Acetoxy-6,16-dimethylene progesterone; 6,16-Dimethylene-17α-acetoxy-4-pregnene-3,20-dione
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Quality Control

Our 17Alpha-Acetoxy-6,16-Di-Methylene-Pregn-4-En-3,20-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

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.