Hydroxyprogesterone caproate
Also known as: 17α-Hydroxyprogesterone caproate, 17α-Hydroxyprogesterone hexanoate, Delalutin, Gesterol LA 250, Proluton depot, Proge, Teralutil, Pharlon, Hydroxyprogesterone hexanoate, 17-Hydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione hexanoate, 17-((1-Oxohexyl)oxy)pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 3,20-Dioxopregn-4-en-17-yl hexanoate, Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 17-[(1-oxohexyl)oxy]-
Hydroxyprogesterone caproate (CAS 630-56-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C27H40O4 and a molecular weight of 428.604 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 119°C, a boiling point of 540.0±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 229.2±30.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H360 — May damage fertility or the unborn child. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 630-56-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-8822-2
- Molecular Formula
- C27H40O4
- Molecular Weight
- 428.604 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 119°C |
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| Boiling Point | 540.0±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 229.2±30.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 428.292664 |
| PSA | 60.44000 |
| LogP | 5.53 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.532 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H360 — May damage fertility or the unborn child
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Armstrong J. Unintended consequences--the cost of preventing preterm births after FDA approval of a branded version of 17OHP. N Engl J Med. 2011 May 5;364(18):1689-91. [2]. Hauth JC, et al. The effect of 17 alpha-hydroxyprogesterone caproate on pregnancy outcome in an active-duty military population. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1983 May 15;146(2):187-90. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Hydroxyprogesterone caproate?
The CAS number of Hydroxyprogesterone caproate is 630-56-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Hydroxyprogesterone caproate?
Hydroxyprogesterone caproate has molecular formula C27H40O4 and molecular weight 428.604 g/mol.
Is Hydroxyprogesterone caproate hazardous?
Hydroxyprogesterone caproate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H360 — May damage fertility or the unborn child.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Hydroxyprogesterone caproate?
For Hydroxyprogesterone caproate, Downstream Products: 16-Dehydroprogesterone.
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