Mestranol is an orally active estrogenic steroid (1). A synthetic estrogen even more potent than estradiol it was the estrogen used in many of the first oral contraceptives (2). It is primarily used in women who have undergone hysterectomy or oophorectomy operations (3). This compound is a contaminant of emerging concern (CECs). Drinking water contaminant candidate list 3 (CCL 3) compound as per United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), environmental, and food contaminants.
| SKU | RCL-TR-M258755 |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 72-33-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C21H26O2 |
| Catalog Number | RCL-TR-M258755 |
| Chemical Name | Mestranol |
| Synonyms | (17α)-3-Methoxy-19-norpregna-1,3,5(10)-trien-20-yn-17-ol; 17α-Ethynyl-3-methoxy-17β-hydroxy-1,3,5(10)-estratriene; 3-Methoxy-17α-ethynylestradiol; Devocin; EE 3ME; Menophase; Ovastol; |
| Boiling Pt | No Data Available |
| Molecular Weight | 310.43 |
| Melting Pt | 139-1410C |
| Storage Condition | -20°C Freezer |
| Stability | No Data Available |
| Appearance | White Solid |
| Solubility | Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly) |
| HS Commidity Code | 2937.23.0000 |