Progesterone/CAS:57-83-0
Progesterone
Product Name:Progesterone
Synonyms:PROGESTERONE-WATER SOLUBLE;progestin;PROGESTERONE;PRIMOLUT;17alpha-Hydroxy-6alpha-methylpregn-4-ene-3,20-dione;17alpha-Progesterone;3,20-Pregnene-4;4-Pregnen-3,20-dion
CAS:57-83-0
MF:C21H30O2
MW:314.46
EINECS:200-350-6
mp 128-132 °C(lit.)
alpha:186 º (c=1, ethanol)
Chemical Properties:Crystalline Powder
Usage:Sterid hormone produced by the corpus luteum. Induces maturation and secretory activity of the uterine endothelium; suppresses ovulation. Progesterone is implicated in the etiology of breast cancer,progestogen
General Description:White powder. Melting point 121°C. Stable in air. Insoluble in water. A female sex hormone. Low toxicity.