| Message: | Product Name: Progesterone
Synonyms: PROGESTERONE-WATER SOLUBLE; Progestin; PROGESTERONE; PRIMOLUT; 17alpha-Hydroxy-6alpha-methylpregn-4-ene-3, 20-dione; 17alpha-Progesterone; 3, 20-Pregnene-4; 4-Pregnen-3, 20-dion
CAS: 57-83-0
MF: C21H30O2
MW: 314.46
EINECS: 200-350-6
Product Categories: MI; FINISHED MEDICINE; Steroids; Ketone; Biochemistry; Steroids (Others); Intermediates & Fine Chemicals; Pharmaceuticals; Intracellular receptor; Steroid and Hormone
Chemical Properties: Crystalline Powder
Usage Sterid hormone produced by the corpus luteum. Induces maturation and secretory activity of the uterine endothelium; Suppresses ovulation. Progesterone is implicated in the etiology of breast cancer
General Description White powder. Melting point 121° C. Stable in air. Insoluble in water. A female sex hormone. Low toxicity.
Air & Water Reactions Insoluble in water.
Reactivity Profile Progesterone is sensitive to light.
Health Hazard ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: Progesterone may be absorbed through the skin.
Fire Hazard Flash point data for Progesterone are not available; However, Progesterone is probably combustible.
Biological Activity Endogenous progesterone receptor (PR) agonist (EC 50 = 0.5 nM).
Progesterone Chemical
MP 128-132 ° C(lit. )
Alpha 186 º (c=1, ethanol)
Refractive index 182 ° (C=2, Dioxane)
Storage temp. Store at RT
Solubility H2O: 25 mg/mL, may be clear to slightly hazy
Form powder
Water Solubility |
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