Molekula
Hydrocortisone
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Hydrocortisone is a synthetic corticosteroid used in the treatment of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. It is available in various forms for topical, oral, and injectable administration. CAS: 50-23-7, Molecular Formula: C21H30O5, Molecular Weight: 362.46 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Hydrocortisone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — £91.60 per pack ex VAT · £109.92 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Grade | EP 6.0 |
| Specific rotation | 150 - 156 Deg C |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Assay | 97 - 103% |
| Total Impurities | ≤1.5% |
| Any impurity | ≤0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White, crystalline powder |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 220 °C |
| Water Solubility | 320 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in concentrated sulfuric acid with intense green flourescence |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.61 |
Source: PubChem CID 5754 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 18623175 |
| CAS Number | 50-23-7 |
| IUPAC Name | (8S,9S,10R,11S,13S,14S,17R)-11,17-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13-dimethyl-2,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-decahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one |
| EC Number | 200-020-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C21H30O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 362.46 |
| Exact Mass | 362.2093 |
| SMILES | C[C@]12CCC(=O)C=C1CC[C@@H]3[C@@H]2[C@H](C[C@]4([C@H]3CC[C@@]4(C(=O)CO)O)C)O |
| InChIKey | JYGXADMDTFJGBT-VWUMJDOOSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C21H30O5/c1-19-7-5-13(23)9-12(19)3-4-14-15-6-8-21(26,17(25)11-22)20(15,2)10-16(24)18(14)19/h9,14-16,18,22,24,26H,3-8,10-11H2,1-2H3/t14-,15-,16-,18+,19-,20-,21-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5754 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29372100 |
| Tariff Code | 2937210000 |
Safety & GHS
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Acticort
- Cetacort
- Cobadex
- Cortenema
- Cortisol
- Dermacort
- Hydrocortisyl
- Hytone
- Proctocort
- Tarcortin
Frequently asked questions
What is Hydrocortisone used for?
Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid used in research and pharmaceutical applications for studying inflammation, immune response, and hormone regulation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Hydrocortisone?
The chemical formula is C21H30O5, and the molecular weight is 362.46 g/mol.
How should Hydrocortisone be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of Hydrocortisone does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Hydrocortisone in research grade.
Can Molekula supply Hydrocortisone in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Hydrocortisone in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a Hydrocortisone order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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