Medroxyprogesterone acetate
Also known as: Medroxyprogesterone 17-acetate, 17α-Acetoxy-6α-methylprogesterone, 6α-Methyl-17α-acetoxyprogesterone, 17-Acetoxy-6α-methylprogesterone, 6α-Methyl-17α-hydroxyprogesterone acetate, 17α-Hydroxy-6α-methylpregn-4-ene-3,20-dione acetate, MAP, Provest, Gestapuron, Farlutal
Medroxyprogesterone acetate (CAS 71-58-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C24H34O4 and a molecular weight of 386.524 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 206-207 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 496.4±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 213.2±28.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H351 — Suspected of causing cancer. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 71-58-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-920731-2
- Molecular Formula
- C24H34O4
- Molecular Weight
- 386.524 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 206-207 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 496.4±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 213.2±28.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 386.245697 |
| PSA | 60.44000 |
| LogP | 4.11 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.539 |
| Stability | Stable, but weakly air and light sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. |
| Additional Property | <0.1 g/100 mL at 23 ºC |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H351 — Suspected of causing cancer
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Schindler, A.E., et al., Classification and pharmacology of progestins. Maturitas, 2008. 61(1-2): p. 171-80. [2]. Lenco, W., M. McKnight, and A.S. Macdonald, Effects of cortisone acetate, methylprednisolone and medroxyprogesterone on wound contracture and epithelization in rabbits. Ann Surg, 1975. 181(1): p. 67-73. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Medroxyprogesterone acetate?
The CAS number of Medroxyprogesterone acetate is 71-58-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Medroxyprogesterone acetate?
Medroxyprogesterone acetate has molecular formula C24H34O4 and molecular weight 386.524 g/mol.
Is Medroxyprogesterone acetate hazardous?
Medroxyprogesterone acetate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H351 — Suspected of causing cancer.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Medroxyprogesterone acetate?
For Medroxyprogesterone acetate, Upstream Products: 17-hydroxy-6-methylenepregn-4-ene-3,20-dione 17-acetate, Medroxyprogesterone; Downstream Products: Megestrol, Megestrol acetate, Medroxyprogesterone.
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