Abiraterone acetate is a novel steroidal inhibitor of human Cytochrome P450 (17a-Hydroxylase-C17,20-lyase) and a potential agent for the treatment of prostatic cancer.Synonyms:(3B)-17-(3-Pyridinyl)androsta-5,16-dien-3-ol Acetate (Ester); CB 7630CAS Number:154229-18-2Molecular Formula:C₂₆H₃₃NO₂Molecular Weight:391.55Appearance:Supplied as a white to off-white powderPurity:≥99%Solubility:Chloroform, Methanol (Sparingly)Melting Point:144-149°CHeavy Metals:≤20 x 10e-6Palladium (Pd):≤5x10e-6Water (Karl Fisher):≤1%Infrared Spectrum:Conforms to structure1H NMR:Conforms to structureResidual Solvents:Methanol: ≤0.3%Dichloromethane: ≤0.06%Related Substances:Individual: ≤0.3%Residue on Ignition:≤0.3%Storage and Stability:Store at 4ºC. Stable for 6 months after receipt.Important Note: This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.Toxicity and Hazards: All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
