Product Identification

Product Name

Norgestrel

Synonyms

(+-)-13-Ethyl-17-hydroxy-18,19-dinor-17-alpha-pregn-4-en-20-yn-3-one
(8R,9S,10R,13S,14S,17S)-13-ethyl-17-ethynyl-17-hydroxy-1,2,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,14,15,16-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one
18,19-Dinor-17-alpha-pregn-4-en-20-yn-3-one, 13-ethyl-17-hydroxy-, (+-)
dl-13-beta-Ethyl-17-alpha-ethynyl-17-beta-hydroxygon-4-en-3-one
dl-13-beta-Ethyl-17-alpha-ethynyl-19-nortestosterone
Levonorgestrel

CAS

6533-00-2

Formula

C21H28O2

Molecular Weight

312.45

EINECS

229-433-5

RTECS

JF8225200

RTECS Class

Tumorigen; Drug; Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Hormone

Merck

12,6797

Beilstein/Gmelin

1915946

Beilstein Reference

5-08

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

206

Boiling Point

459

Vapor Pressure

2E-9 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

13.10 (pKa)

Heat Of Vaporization

83.0 kJ/mol

Usage

Component of oral contraceptives.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

195

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Exposure Effects

Properties of this material have not yet been prepared. Any recommendations are of a general nature. Many chemicals cause irritation of the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. In severe cases respiratory tract irritation can progress to ARDS/acute lung injury which may be delayed in onset for up to 24 to 72 hours in some cases Irritation or burns of the esophagus or gastrointestinal tract are also possible if caustic or irritant chemicals are ingested. ALWAYS contact your local poision control authority or medical professional for assistance.