Chemical Name: | Pregn-5-en-20-one, 17-(acetyloxy)-3-hydroxy-, (3b)- |
CAS Number: | 2381-45-5 |
Product Number: | AG00C36J(AGN-PC-0O84N1) |
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Molecular Formula: | C23H34O4 |
Molecular Weight: | 374.51366 |
The compound (3β)-17-(Acetyloxy)-3-hydroxypregn-5-en-20-one is used as a key intermediate in chemical synthesis, particularly in the production of various steroids and hormonal compounds. Its strategic acetylation at the C-17 position enables it to serve as a precursor for the synthesis of corticosteroids, sex hormones, and other bioactive molecules. By selectively modifying this compound through subsequent reactions, chemists can access a wide range of structurally diverse steroid derivatives with varied biological activities and pharmacological properties. This versatile intermediate plays a crucial role in the efficient and controlled synthesis of complex organic molecules with pharmaceutical relevance.