Prednisolone

Name: Prednisolone
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-004141

About Prednisolone

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Prednisolone (IP/BP/USP grade), a metabolic / hormonal API registered under CAS number 50-24-8. With the molecular formula C21H28O5, it has a molar mass of 360.4 g/mol. Alternative names: Metacortandralone and Delta-Cortef.

It is supplied as a crystalline solid. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

This API belongs to our antidiabetic, hormone and metabolic APIs portfolio and is supplied to IP/BP/USP specifications for formulators, contract manufacturers and generic drug developers. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Prednisolone is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Prednisolone
Catalogue No.	VQ-004141
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
Molecular formula	C₂₁H₂₈O₅
Molecular weight	360.4 g/mol
Exact mass	360.1937
Grade	IP/BP/USP
InChIKey	OIGNJSKKLXVSLS-VWUMJDOOSA-N
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
PubChem CID	5755

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	Crystalline solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
TPSA	94.8 Å²
Synonyms	Metacortandralone, Delta-Cortef, Hydroretrocortine, Sterane, Codelcortone, Cortalone, Prenolone, Deltahydrocortisone, Meti-Derm, Deltacortenol, Donisolone, Fernisolone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H332Harmful if inhaled
H360May damage fertility or the unborn child
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H373May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P304 + P340, P317, P318, P319, P330, P391, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 50-24-8

Reference Standard

Prednisolone WS

CAS: 50-24-8
Formula: C₂₁H₂₈O₅
MW: 360.4 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Prednisolone?

The CAS Registry Number of Prednisolone is 50-24-8. It is also known as Metacortandralone, Delta-Cortef, Hydroretrocortine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Prednisolone?

Prednisolone has the molecular formula C21H28O5 and a molecular weight of 360.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (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.

What is Prednisolone used for?

Prednisolone is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Prednisolone. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Prednisolone can I order?

We supply Prednisolone in IP/BP/USP grade, in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Prednisolone?

Yes. Every lot of Prednisolone is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Prednisolone be shipped internationally?

Yes. Prednisolone is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.