Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione, 21-(acetyloxy)-11,17-dihydroxy-, (11b)- (CAS: 52-21-1)?
Answer
Pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione, 21-(acetyloxy)-11,17-dihydroxy-, (11b)- (CAS: 52-21-1) is primarily used in pharmaceuticals as a precursor for corticosteroid synthesis. It also serves in industrial applications involving steroid derivatives and in research for developing hormone-based drugs. Its utility stems from its chemical structure, which allows for modifications to create bioactive compounds.
About
CAS No
52-21-1
English Name
Pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione, 21-(acetyloxy)-11,17-dihydroxy-, (11b)-
Molecular Formula
C23H30O6
Molecular Weight
402.48700000000014 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)OCC(=O)C1(CCC2C1(CC(C3C2CCC4=CC(=O)C=CC34C)O)C)O
InChIKey
LRJOMUJRLNCICJ-JZYPGELDSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08