Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
1778-02-5
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Pregnenolone acetate is a synthetic progestogen derived from pregnenolone, primarily utilized in pharmaceutical synthesis. The core manufacturing process involves acetylation of the hydroxyl group on the pregnenolone backbone. Its molecular formula is C23H36O3 and CAS number is 478-01-5.
Strictly regulated as a prescription-only intermediate; not for direct human consumption. Store under inert atmosphere at 2-8°C to prevent hydrolysis. Handle with appropriate PPE due to potential hormonal activity and dust inhalation risks.