Compound Q&A
How is 17-Hydroxy-19-norpregn-4-ene-3,20-dione (CAS: 2137-18-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
17-Hydroxy-19-norpregn-4-ene-3,20-dione is typically synthesized through the reduction of 17-oxo-19-norpregn-4-ene-3,20-dione using a hydrogenation catalyst like palladium on carbon. The reaction is typically conducted in an organic solvent such as ethanol under hydrogen pressure. The yield is generally good, and the process is highly selective. The product is then purified by recrystallization.
About
CAS No
2137-18-0
English Name
17-Hydroxy-19-norpregn-4-ene-3,20-dione
Molecular Formula
C20H28O3
Molecular Weight
316.4410000000001 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)C1(CCC2C1(CCC3C2CCC4=CC(=O)CCC34)C)O
InChIKey
GTFUITFQDGVJSK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-01 20:06
