Orally active progestogen; formerly used in combinations as oral contraceptive.
Melting Point: 211-213C
Purity:
~90%
Solubility:
Chloroform
Stability:
Temperature sensitive
Atmosphere:
Inert gas
Method for Determining Identity:
Proton NMR Spectroscopic Analysis and Mass Spectrometric Analysis
TLC Conditions:
SiO2;Dichloromethane: Acetone; 20: 1; Visualized with UV. and AMCS; Single spot; Rf=0.5
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20 degrees C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.