Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity

Name: Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-023293

About Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity

Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity (CAS 438244-33-8) is a metabolite or degradation product of Norethindrone offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C20H26O3 and its molecular weight is 314.4 g/mol. Common synonyms include 6a-Hydroxy-norethindrone and 6α-Hydroxy Norethindrone.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 2 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Analytical teams use this compound to identify metabolites and degradants of Norethindrone, to validate stability-indicating methods (AMV) and to support QC and regulatory filings. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Metabolite identification
Stability-indicating methods
Impurity profiling

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity
Catalogue No.	VQ-023293
CAS Number	438244-33-8
IUPAC name	(6S,8R,9S,10R,13S,14S,17R)-17-ethynyl-6,17-dihydroxy-13-methyl-1,2,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,14,15,16-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one
Molecular formula	C₂₀H₂₆O₃
Molecular weight	314.4 g/mol
Exact mass	314.1882
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	RONQVEAZNZIVHW-KLEXHFHZSA-N
SMILES	C[C@]12CC[C@@H]3[C@H]4CCC(=O)C=C4[C@H](C[C@H]3[C@@H]1CC[C@]2(C#C)O)O
PubChem CID	91864741

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P233, P260, P264, P270, P271, P284, P301 + P317, P304 + P340, P330, P342 + P316, P403, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity?

The CAS Registry Number of Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity is 438244-33-8. It is also known as 6a-Hydroxy-norethindrone, 6α-Hydroxy Norethindrone, (6alpha,17alpha)-6,17-Dihydroxy-19-norpregn-4-en-20-yn-3-one.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity?

Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity has the molecular formula C20H26O3 and a molecular weight of 314.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (6S,8R,9S,10R,13S,14S,17R)-17-ethynyl-6,17-dihydroxy-13-methyl-1,2,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,14,15,16-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one.

What is Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity used for?

Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Norethindrone. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity can I order?

We supply Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity?

Yes. Every lot of Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity be shipped internationally?

Yes. Norethindrone 6-alpha-Hydroxy Impurity is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.