Compound Q&A
How is (11beta,16alpha)-11,16,17-Trihydroxy-3,20-dioxopregna-1,4-dien-21-yl acetate (CAS: 86401-80-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
(11beta,16alpha)-11,16,17-Trihydroxy-3,20-dioxopregna-1,4-dien-21-yl acetate is typically synthesized through a multi-step process involving the conversion of progesterone to the target compound. The reaction involves acetylation and subsequent hydroxylation steps, with careful control of reaction conditions to achieve high yields and selectivity. Commonly used catalysts include acid catalysts and enzymes, and the process is optimized for efficiency and environmental friendliness.
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CAS No
86401-80-1
English Name
(11beta,16alpha)-11,16,17-Trihydroxy-3,20-dioxopregna-1,4-dien-21-yl acetate
Molecular Formula
C23H30O7
Molecular Weight
418.49 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)OCC(=O)[C@]1([C@@H](C[C@@H]2[C@@]1(C[C@@H]([C@H]3[C@H]2CCC4=CC(=O)C=C[C@]34C)O)C)O)O
InChIKey
AAMGSJIEPUHTOK-GIMXSRRZSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-05 08:54
