Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 17-Hydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione (CAS: 68-96-2)?
Answer
17-Hydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione (CAS: 68-96-2) is primarily utilized in pharmaceutical research for the development of progestogens and corticosteroids. It also serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of various steroid-based drugs. Additionally, it is employed in biochemical studies to investigate hormone-related mechanisms and may have applications in veterinary medicine and specialty chemical manufacturing.
About
CAS No
68-96-2
English Name
17-Hydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione
Molecular Formula
C21H30O3
Molecular Weight
330.4680000000001 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)C1(CCC2C1(CCC3C2CCC4=CC(=O)CCC34C)C)O
InChIKey
DBPWSSGDRRHUNT-CEGNMAFCSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
