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Hydrocortisone, 98%

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Product Code. 11487747 Supplier Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar Supplier No. A16292.06
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Description

CAS: 50-23-7 | C21H30O5 | 362.466 g/mol

Cortisol, steroid hormone is released in response to stress and a low level of blood glucocorticoids. Its primary functions is to increase blood sugar through gluconeogenesis, suppress the immune system, and aid in fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Cortisol, steroid hormone is released in response to stress and a low level of blood glucocorticoids. Its primary functions is to increase blood sugar through gluconeogenesis, suppress the immune system, and aid in fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism.

Solubility
It is soluble in DMSO and ethanol.

Notes
Protect against light. Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS 50-23-7
Molecular Formula C21H30O5
MDL Number MFCD00011654
InChI Key JYGXADMDTFJGBT-VWUMJDOOSA-N
Synonym hydrocortisone, cortisol, acticort, cetacort, cortef, 17-hydroxycorticosterone, hydrocortisyl, hydrasson, cobadex, cortril
PubChem CID 5754
ChEBI CHEBI:17650

Specifications

Melting Point 213°C to 215°C
Assay Percent Range 98%
Quantity 5 g
Beilstein 1354819
Merck Index 14,4787
Solubility Information It is soluble in DMSO and ethanol.
SMILES CC12CCC(=O)C=C1CCC3C2C(CC4(C3CCC4(C(=O)CO)O)C)O
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
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 362.466
Formula Weight 362.47
Percent Purity 98%
Chemical Name or Material Hydrocortisone
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Safety and Handling

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Product Identifier
  • Hydrocortisone
 Signal Word
  • Danger
 Hazard Category
  • Reproductive toxicity Category 1A
  • Specific target organ toxicity after repeated exposure Category 2
 Hazard Statement
  • H360Df-May damage the unborn child. Suspected of damaging fertility.
  • H373-May cause damage to organs.
 Precautionary Statement
  • P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
  • P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
 Supplemental information
  • MIXTURE LIST-Contain: Hydrocortisone
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