Molekula
Corticosterone
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Corticosterone is a naturally occurring steroid hormone and a key regulator of stress responses, metabolism, and immune function in vertebrates. It is widely used in biochemical research, particularly in studies of endocrine systems, inflammation, and neuroendocrine pathways. This white to off-white crystalline powder has a CAS number of 50-22-6, a molecular formula of C21H30O4, and a molecular weight of 346.46. It should be stored at ambient conditions, with a signal word of Danger due to its hazardous nature. Molekula supplies Corticosterone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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500 mg — $118.90 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or off-white crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 170°C - 185°C |
| Specific rotation | +215° - +225° |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Total Impurities | ≤2% |
| Any impurity | ≤1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 179 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 5753 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 18552197 |
| CAS Number | 50-22-6 |
| IUPAC Name | (8S,9S,10R,11S,13S,14S,17S)-11-hydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13-dimethyl-1,2,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one |
| EC Number | 200-019-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C21H30O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 346.46 |
| Exact Mass | 346.2144 |
| SMILES | C[C@]12CCC(=O)C=C1CC[C@@H]3[C@@H]2[C@H](C[C@]4([C@H]3CC[C@@H]4C(=O)CO)C)O |
| InChIKey | OMFXVFTZEKFJBZ-HJTSIMOOSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C21H30O4/c1-20-8-7-13(23)9-12(20)3-4-14-15-5-6-16(18(25)11-22)21(15,2)10-17(24)19(14)20/h9,14-17,19,22,24H,3-8,10-11H2,1-2H3/t14-,15-,16+,17-,19+,20-,21-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5753 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29372990 |
| Tariff Code | 2937290000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- (11beta)-11,21-Dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione
- 11beta,21-Dihydroxy-4-pregnene-3,20-dione
- 11Beta,21-dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione
- 11beta,21-Dihydroxyprogesterone
- 17-Deoxycortisol
- 4-Pregnene-11beta,21-diol-3,20-dione
- Corticosteron
- Kendall's compound B
- Reichstein's B
- Reichstein's substance H
Frequently asked questions
What is corticosterone used for?
Corticosterone is primarily used in research as a steroid hormone for studying stress responses, inflammation, and metabolic processes. As the main glucocorticoid in rodents and birds, it is also used as a reference standard for measuring corticosterone levels in animal stress and endocrine studies.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of corticosterone?
The chemical formula is C₂₁H₃₀O₄, and the molecular weight is 346.46 g/mol.
How should corticosterone be stored?
Store corticosterone at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible substances.
What grades of corticosterone does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies corticosterone in analytical standard and research-grade purity (typically ≥98%).
Can Molekula supply corticosterone in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities of corticosterone upon request, with flexible packaging options for research and industrial applications.
What documentation comes with a corticosterone order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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