Progesterone
IUPAC: (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
| Formula / Notation | C21H30O2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 57-83-0 |
| Molecular Weight | 314.5 |
| Melting Point | 250 to 252 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 394.13°C (rough estimate) |
| Density | 1.171 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Progesterone is a white powder. Melting point 121 °C. Stable in air. Insoluble in water. A female sex hormone. Low toxicity. |
| Also Known As | (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; 57-83-0; Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione; Agolutin; Crinone; Progestin; Utrogestan; Luteol; 4-Pregnene-3,20-dione; Gestormone |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Progesterone?
Progesterone can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Formula & Notation
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
Other Names / Synonyms: (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; 57-83-0; Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione; Agolutin; Crinone; Progestin; Utrogestan; Luteol; 4-Pregnene-3,20-dione; Gestormone
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 250 to 252 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 394.13°C (rough estimate) |
| Density | 1.171 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 314.5 |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Progesterone is a white powder. Melting point 121 °C. Stable in air. Insoluble in water. A female sex hormone. Low toxicity. |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Progesterone can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Progesterone is: C21H30O2