Molekula
Dexamethasone 21-acetate
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Dexamethasone 21-acetate is a synthetic glucocorticoid steroid used in research and pharmaceutical applications for its potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is available in powder form with a CAS number of 1177-87-3, molecular formula C24H31FO6, and molecular weight of 434.50 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature, it carries a warning signal word. Molekula supplies Dexamethasone 21-acetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 g — £46.50 per pack ex VAT · £55.80 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or almost white crystalline powder |
| Specific rotation | +82° - +88° |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.4% |
| Assay | 97.0% - 102.0% |
| Individual impurity | ≤1.0% |
| Total Impurities | ≤2.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90027040 |
| CAS Number | 1177-87-3 |
| IUPAC Name | [2-[(8S,9R,10S,11S,13S,14S,16R,17R)-9-fluoro-11,17-dihydroxy-10,13,16-trimethyl-3-oxo-6,7,8,11,12,14,15,16-octahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl]-2-oxoethyl] acetate |
| EC Number | 214-646-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C24H31FO6 |
| Molecular Weight | 434.50 |
| Exact Mass | 434.2105 |
| SMILES | C[C@@H]1C[C@H]2[C@@H]3CCC4=CC(=O)C=C[C@@]4([C@]3([C@H](C[C@@]2([C@]1(C(=O)COC(=O)C)O)C)O)F)C |
| InChIKey | AKUJBENLRBOFTD-RPRRAYFGSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C24H31FO6/c1-13-9-18-17-6-5-15-10-16(27)7-8-21(15,3)23(17,25)19(28)11-22(18,4)24(13,30)20(29)12-31-14(2)26/h7-8,10,13,17-19,28,30H,5-6,9,11-12H2,1-4H3/t13-,17+,18+,19+,21+,22+,23+,24+/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 236702 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2937.22.00.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2937220000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- EUH381 Suspected of causing endocrine disruption in humans
- EUH431 Suspected of causing endocrine disruption in the environment
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P410 Protect from sunlight
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, 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
- 16alpha-Methyl-9alpha-fluoroprednisolone 21-acetate
- 9alpha-Fluoro-16alpha-methylprednisolone acetate
- Dalalone DP
- Dalalone LA
- Decadron-LA
- Decadronal
- DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE
- Dexamethasone acetate anhydrous
- Dexamethasoni acetas
- Fortecortin (crystal suspension)
Frequently asked questions
What is Dexamethasone 21-acetate used for?
It is a synthetic glucocorticoid used in research and pharmaceutical applications for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Dexamethasone 21-acetate?
The formula is C24H31FO6 with a molecular weight of 434.50 g/mol.
How should Dexamethasone 21-acetate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade is available for Dexamethasone 21-acetate?
Available in research grade; please contact us for specific purity or application-grade options.
Can Molekula supply Dexamethasone 21-acetate in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with my order of Dexamethasone 21-acetate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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