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Progesterone

Catalog Number

ACM57830

CAS

57-83-0

Structure

IUPAC Name

(8S,9S,10R,13S,14S,17S)-17-acetyl-10,13-dimethyl-1,2,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one

Synonyms

Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione

Molecular Weight

314.46

Molecular Formula

C21H30O2

Canonical SMILES

CC(=O)C1CCC2C1(CCC3C2CCC4=CC(=O)CCC34C)C

InChI

InChI=1S/C21H30O2/c1-13(22)17-6-7-18-16-5-4-14-12-15(23)8-10-20(14,2)19(16)9-11-21(17,18)3/h12,16-19H,4-11H2,1-3H3/t16-,17+,18-,19-,20-,21+/m0/s1

InChI Key

RJKFOVLPORLFTN-LEKSSAKUSA-N

Boiling Point

394 °C

Melting Point

128-132 °C(lit.)

Flash Point

166.7ºC

Purity

98%

Density

1.08g/cm³

Appearance

Powder

Active Content

95%

Physical State

Solid

Typical Applications

Use as dispersing agent, emulsifying agent.

MSDS

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COA

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Spec Sheet

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Custom Q&A

What is the molecular formula of progesterone?

The molecular formula of progesterone is C21H30O2.

What is the molecular weight of progesterone?

The molecular weight of progesterone is 314.5 g/mol.

Is progesterone soluble in water?

No, progesterone is insoluble in water.

What is the IUPAC name of progesterone?

The IUPAC name of progesterone is (8S,9S,10R,13S,14S,17S)-17-acetyl-10,13-dimethyl-1,2,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one.

What is the InChIKey of progesterone?

The InChIKey of progesterone is RJKFOVLPORLFTN-LEKSSAKUSA-N.

What are some synonyms for progesterone?

Some synonyms for progesterone include pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, Agolutin, and Crinone.

What is the CAS number of progesterone?

The CAS number of progesterone is 57-83-0.

What is the role of progesterone in the female menstrual cycle?

Progesterone is involved in the female menstrual cycle, specifically in endometrial receptivity, embryo implantation, and the successful establishment of pregnancy.

How is pharmaceutical progesterone made?

Pharmaceutical progesterone is made from a plant source as a starting material and is chemically identical to progesterone of human ovarian origin.

What are some forms of progesterone used in medical preparations?

Progesterone is available in gelatinized capsule form, vaginal gel form, tablet form, vaginal insert form, and injection form, used for various purposes including contraception, ovulation prevention, and pregnancy support.

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