Compound Q&A
How is (7beta,8xi,9beta,13alpha,14beta)-3,3-Dimethoxy-7-methylestr-5(10)-en-17-one (CAS: 88247-84-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
(7beta,8xi,9beta,13alpha,14beta)-3,3-Dimethoxy-7-methylestr-5(10)-en-17-one is synthesized via a modified steroid synthesis route using 7-methyl-17-one as the starting material. The process involves a series of steps including methylation, epoxidation, and reduction, with the use of specific catalysts to achieve high selectivity and yield. The overall yield is around 75%.
About
CAS No
88247-84-1
English Name
(7beta,8xi,9beta,13alpha,14beta)-3,3-Dimethoxy-7-methylestr-5(10)-en-17-one
Molecular Formula
C21H32O3
Molecular Weight
332.48 g/mol
SMILES
CC1CC2=C(CCC(C2)(OC)OC)C3C1C4CCC(=O)C4(CC3)C
InChIKey
RKALVZFWSBYRNC-HIHRSEIJSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-20 00:35