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CAS 974-23-2

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16α,17α-Epoxypregnenolone

Description:
16α,17α-Epoxypregnenolone, with the CAS number 974-23-2, is a steroid compound that is classified as an epoxide derivative of pregnenolone. This compound features a unique epoxide functional group at the 16α and 17α positions, which contributes to its reactivity and biological activity. It is a colorless to pale yellow solid that is typically insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. The presence of the epoxide group can influence its interaction with biological systems, potentially affecting steroid hormone synthesis and metabolism. As a steroid, it shares structural similarities with other steroid hormones, which may allow it to interact with steroid receptors. Its biological significance is of interest in pharmacology and biochemistry, particularly in the context of neurosteroid research and potential therapeutic applications. However, detailed studies on its specific biological effects and mechanisms of action are necessary to fully understand its role in biological systems.
Formula:C21H30O3
InChI:InChI=1/C21H30O3/c1-12(22)21-18(24-21)11-17-15-5-4-13-10-14(23)6-8-19(13,2)16(15)7-9-20(17,21)3/h4,14-18,23H,5-11H2,1-3H3
InChI key:InChIKey=UQVIXFCYKBWZPJ-XXHSLLPRSA-N
SMILES:C(C)(=O)[C@]12[C@]3(C)[C@@](C[C@]1(O2)[H])([C@]4([C@](CC3)([C@]5(C)C(=CC4)C[C@@H](O)CC5)[H])[H])[H]
Synonyms:
  • (3Beta,16Alpha)-3-Hydroxy-16,17-Epoxypregn-5-En-20-One
  • (3β,16α)-16,17-Epoxy-3-hydroxypregn-5-en-20-one
  • 1-((3S,8R,9S,10R,13S,14S,16R,17S)-3-Hydroxy-10,13-Dimethyl-1,2,3,4,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16-Tetradecahydro-20-Oxa-Cyclopropa[16,17]Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthren-17-Yl)-Ethanone
  • 16,17-Alpha Epoxy Pregnenolone
  • 16,17-Alpha Epoxypregnenolone
  • 16,17-Epoxy-17H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthrene, pregn-5-en-20-one deriv.
  • 16,17-Epoxy-3-hydroxypregn-5-en-20-one
  • 16,17-Epoxypregnenolone
  • 16,17α-Epoxypregnenolone
  • 16-Alpha,17-Alpha-Epoxy-3-Beta-Hydroxypregn-5-En-20-One
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