Norgestrel

Name: Norgestrel
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-023304

About Norgestrel

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Norgestrel, a high-purity reference standard of Norgestrel registered under CAS number 6533-00-2. Its molecular formula is C21H28O2 and its molecular weight is 312.4 g/mol. It is also known as D-Norgestrel or Microval.

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 6 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Laboratories use this Norgestrel standard for identity and assay testing, system suitability checks and method validation supporting ANDA and DMF filings. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Norgestrel in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Norgestrel
Catalogue No.	VQ-023304
CAS Number	6533-00-2
IUPAC name	(8R,9S,10R,13S,14S,17R)-13-ethyl-17-ethynyl-17-hydroxy-1,2,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,14,15,16-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one
Molecular formula	C₂₁H₂₈O₂
Molecular weight	312.4 g/mol
Exact mass	312.2089
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	WWYNJERNGUHSAO-XUDSTZEESA-N
SMILES	CC[C@]12CC[C@H]3[C@H]([C@@H]1CC[C@]2(C#C)O)CCC4=CC(=O)CC[C@H]34
PubChem CID	13109

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	D-Norgestrel, Microval, Plan B, D-(-)-Norgestrel, d(-)-Norgestrel, 18-Methylnorethisterone, Norplant II, Fallback Solo, 17-Ethynyl-18-methyl-19-nortestosterone, Next choice, 17alpha-Ethynyl-18-homo-19-nortestosterone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H332Harmful if inhaled
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H360May damage fertility or the unborn child
H362May cause harm to breast-fed children

Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P261, P263, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P317, P318, P321, P330, P362 + P364, P405, 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 Norgestrel?

The CAS Registry Number of Norgestrel is 6533-00-2. It is also known as D-Norgestrel, Microval, Plan B.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Norgestrel?

Norgestrel has the molecular formula C21H28O2 and a molecular weight of 312.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (8R,9S,10R,13S,14S,17R)-13-ethyl-17-ethynyl-17-hydroxy-1,2,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,14,15,16-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one.

What is Norgestrel used for?

Norgestrel is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Norgestrel. 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 Norgestrel can I order?

We supply Norgestrel 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 Norgestrel?

Yes. Every lot of Norgestrel 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 Norgestrel be shipped internationally?

Yes. Norgestrel 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.