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Hydrocortisone

SKU 18623175 CAS 50-23-7 C21H30O5 MW 362.46 In stock Bulk quantities on request

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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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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

Danger
  • GHS pictogram — Serious Health Hazard 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

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Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

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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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