Molekula
Fluorometholone
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Fluorometholone is a synthetic glucocorticoid steroid used in the treatment of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, particularly in ophthalmic and dermatological applications. It is formulated only for topical use, chiefly as ophthalmic suspensions and ointments such as FML and FML Forte, along with some dermal creams. CAS: 426-13-1, Molecular Formula: C22H29FO4, Molecular Weight: 376.46 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Fluorometholone 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 — £116.00 per pack ex VAT · £139.20 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white powder |
| Specific rotation | +52.0° ~ 60.0° |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥98.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in ethanol and ether, difficult to dissolve in water |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.2% |
| Residual Solvents: Methanol | ≤3000ppm |
| Impurity HPLC | Single impurity ≤1.0% |
| Residual Solvents: Acetone | ≤5000ppm |
| Residual Solvents: DCM | ≤600ppm |
| Residual Solvents: DMF | ≤880ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 297 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 9878 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90032826 |
| CAS Number | 426-13-1 |
| IUPAC Name | (6S,8S,9R,10S,11S,13S,14S,17R)-17-acetyl-9-fluoro-11,17-dihydroxy-6,10,13-trimethyl-6,7,8,11,12,14,15,16-octahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one |
| EC Number | 207-041-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C22H29FO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 376.46 |
| Exact Mass | 376.205 |
| SMILES | C[C@H]1C[C@H]2[C@@H]3CC[C@@]([C@]3(C[C@@H]([C@@]2([C@@]4(C1=CC(=O)C=C4)C)F)O)C)(C(=O)C)O |
| InChIKey | FAOZLTXFLGPHNG-KNAQIMQKSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C22H29FO4/c1-12-9-17-15-6-8-21(27,13(2)24)20(15,4)11-18(26)22(17,23)19(3)7-5-14(25)10-16(12)19/h5,7,10,12,15,17-18,26-27H,6,8-9,11H2,1-4H3/t12-,15-,17-,18-,19-,20-,21-,22-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 9878 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| Tariff Code | 29372200 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H361d Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- 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
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, 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
- 9-Fluoro-11beta,17-dihydroxy-6alpha-methylpregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione
- Fluaton
- Fluor-Op
- Fluoro Ophtal
- Fluorometholonum
- Fluorometolona
- Fluorometolone
- FML Forte
- Isopto Flucon
- Oxylone
Frequently asked questions
What is Fluorometholone used for?
Fluorometholone is a synthetic corticosteroid used in pharmaceutical formulations for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties, primarily in ophthalmic and dermatological applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Fluorometholone?
The chemical formula is C22H29FO4 and the molecular weight is 376.46 g/mol.
How should Fluorometholone be stored?
Fluorometholone should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of Fluorometholone is available?
Molekula supplies Fluorometholone in research-grade purity; specific grades may vary based on order requirements.
Can Molekula supply Fluorometholone in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Fluorometholone in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Fluorometholone 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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