601-39-8

Basic information

• Product Name: (16alpha)-16,21-dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione
• Synonyms: 16alpha,21-Dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione; Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 16.alpha.,21-dihydroxy-
• CAS NO: 601-39-8
• Molecular Formula: C₂₁H₃₀O₄
• Molecular Weight: 346.4605
• Mol File: 601-39-8.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 529.2°C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 288°C
• Density: 1.21g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 2.07E-13mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.575
• CAS DataBase Reference: (16alpha)-16,21-dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: (16alpha)-16,21-dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione(601-39-8)
• EPA Substance Registry System: (16alpha)-16,21-dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione(601-39-8)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 601-39-8(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

The chemical compound "(16alpha)-16,21-dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione" is a steroid hormone and a derivative of progesterone. It is also known as 16-α-Hydroxyprogesterone or 16α-OHP. (16alpha)-16,21-dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione plays a crucial role in the synthesis of adrenal steroids and is a precursor to other important hormones such as cortisol and aldosterone. It is primarily produced in the adrenal glands and plays a role in regulating the body's response to stress. Additionally, "(16alpha)-16,21-dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione" has been used in medical research and as a medication for the treatment of certain hormonal disorders.

Upstream product

• 56-47-3 deoxycorticosterone acetate 
• 64-85-7 21-Hydroxyprogesterone 

Downstream Products

• 64501-70-8 21-acetoxy-16α-hydroxy-pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione