Molekula
Prednisolone
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Prednisolone is a synthetic glucocorticoid steroid used primarily as an anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive agent in medical treatments for conditions like asthma, arthritis, and autoimmune disorders. It is also applied topically for skin conditions and orally for systemic effects. This white crystalline powder has a CAS number of 50-24-8, a molecular formula of C21H28O5, and a molecular weight of 360.44 g/mol. It requires refrigerated storage between 2 to 8°C and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its toxicity and health hazards. Molekula supplies Prednisolone 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 — £108.90 per pack ex VAT · £130.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or almost white crystalline powder |
| Impurity A | ≤1.0% |
| Impurity B | ≤0.3% |
| Specific rotation | +113 - +119° on dried substances |
| Impurity C | ≤0.3% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Assay | 96.5 - 102% on dried substances |
| Dichloromethane | ≤600ppm |
| Methanol | ≤3000ppm |
| Total Impurities | ≤1.5% |
| HPLC | Conforms to reference |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
| Impurity F | ≤0.5% |
| Any Unidentified Impurity | ≤0.1% |
| Impurity J | ≤0.3% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 235 °C |
| Water Solubility | 223 mg/L at 25 °C |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.62 |
Source: PubChem CID 5755 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 12896812 |
| CAS Number | 50-24-8 |
| IUPAC Name | (8S,9S,10R,11S,13S,14S,17R)-11,17-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13-dimethyl-7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-octahydro-6H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one |
| EC Number | 200-021-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C21H28O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 360.44 |
| Exact Mass | 360.1937 |
| SMILES | C[C@]12C[C@@H]([C@H]3[C@H]([C@@H]1CC[C@@]2(C(=O)CO)O)CCC4=CC(=O)C=C[C@]34C)O |
| InChIKey | OIGNJSKKLXVSLS-VWUMJDOOSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C21H28O5/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/h5,7,9,14-16,18,22,24,26H,3-4,6,8,10-11H2,1-2H3/t14-,15-,16-,18+,19-,20-,21-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5755 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2937210040 |
| Tariff Code | 2937210000 |
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
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- 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
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
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
- Codelcortone
- Cortalone
- Delta-Cortef
- Deltacortril
- Deltahydrocortisone
- Hydeltra
- Hydroretrocortine
- Metacortandralone
- Prenolone
- Sterane
Frequently asked questions
What is prednisolone commonly used for?
Prednisolone is primarily used as a potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive drug, often prescribed for conditions like asthma, arthritis, skin diseases, and autoimmune disorders.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of prednisolone?
The molecular formula is **C₂₁H₂₈O₅**, and the molecular weight is **360.44 g/mol**.
How should prednisolone be stored?
Store prednisolone between **2–8°C** to maintain stability and potency.
What grades or purity levels of prednisolone does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies prednisolone in **pharmaceutical-grade purity**, suitable for research, development, and regulated applications.
Can Molekula supply prednisolone in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide prednisolone in bulk, with quantities tailored to your specific requirements—contact us for details.
What documentation comes with a prednisolone order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and, if applicable, **pharmaceutical-grade documentation** for compliance.
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