Diosgenin – precursor for the semi-synthesis of progesterone
Diosgenin is an API which is used by the Pharma industry.
CAS Number: 512-04-9
Molecular Formula: C27H42O3
Diosgenin is the precursor for the semi-synthesis of progesterone which in turn was used in early combined oral contraceptive pills. The unmodified steroid has estrogenic activity and can reduce the level of serum cholesterol. This is used as pre-cursor for the synthesis of corticosteroids and sex hormones like DHA, prednisolone, etc .
At Himachal Pharmaceuticals we manufacture Diosgenin for bulk requirements as Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients for the Pharmaceutical or Drug manufacturing companies, agents or other industrial bulk consumers. HimPharm has been manufacturing and supplying Diosgenin and Crude Diosgenin to Global manufacturers ranging from 2000 Kg per month of Diosgenin to 15000 Kgs per month of Crude Diosgenin since 1979.
Click here to get a quote and COA of Diosgenin or Crude Diosgenin. The Diosgenin is available in 90 to 92% purity and even purity of 95 to 98%.