Molekula
Finasteride
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Finasteride is a synthetic 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor used primarily in the treatment of male pattern baldness and benign prostatic hyperplasia. It is available as a white to off-white powder with a molecular formula of C23H36N2O2 and a molecular weight of 372.54 g/mol. It must be stored at 2 to 8 °C and is classified as Danger. Molekula supplies Finasteride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
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1 g — £65.40 per pack ex VAT · £78.48 inc. VAT
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5 g — £247.90 per pack ex VAT · £297.48 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Water | ≤ 0.3% |
| Specific rotation | -56° to - 60° |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 10ppm |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in methylene chloride and in alcohol, practically insoluble in water |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Residual Solvents | Meets the requirement |
| Assay HPLC | 98.5 - 101% |
| Relative material | Major ≤ 0.5% - Total ≤ 1.0 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline solid |
| Melting Point | 252-254 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 57363 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 62364542 |
| CAS Number | 98319-26-7 |
| IUPAC Name | (1S,3aS,3bS,5aR,9aR,9bS,11aS)-N-tert-butyl-9a,11a-dimethyl-7-oxo-1,2,3,3a,3b,4,5,5a,6,9b,10,11-dodecahydroindeno[5,4-f]quinoline-1-carboxamide |
| Molecular Formula | C23H36N2O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 372.54 |
| Exact Mass | 372.2777 |
| SMILES | C[C@]12CC[C@H]3[C@H]([C@@H]1CC[C@@H]2C(=O)NC(C)(C)C)CC[C@@H]4[C@@]3(C=CC(=O)N4)C |
| InChIKey | DBEPLOCGEIEOCV-WSBQPABSSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C23H36N2O2/c1-21(2,3)25-20(27)17-8-7-15-14-6-9-18-23(5,13-11-19(26)24-18)16(14)10-12-22(15,17)4/h11,13-18H,6-10,12H2,1-5H3,(H,24,26)(H,25,27)/t14-,15-,16-,17+,18+,22-,23+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 57363 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2933.99.9000 |
| Tariff Code | 2933790090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
Precautionary statements
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P405 Store locked up
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
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
- Chibro-Proscar
- Finasterida
- Finasteridum
- Finastid
- Finpecia
- MK 906
- N-tert-Butyl-3-oxo-4-aza-5alpha-androst-1-ene-17beta-carboxamide
- Propecia
- Proscar
- Prostide
Frequently asked questions
What is Finasteride used for?
Finasteride is primarily used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia).
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Finasteride?
The chemical formula of Finasteride is C23H36N2O2, and its molecular weight is 372.54 g/mol.
How should Finasteride be stored?
Finasteride should be stored at temperatures between 2 to 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of Finasteride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Finasteride in research-grade quality, suitable for laboratory and non-pharmaceutical applications.
Can Molekula supply Finasteride in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply Finasteride in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for volume pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Finasteride order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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