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Dexamethasone

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Dexamethasone (CAS 50-02-2) supplier Zemixal. Lab and bulk packs, batch COA, fast global delivery. Purity 97.0%. Packs from 1 kg.

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Dexamethasone chemical structure
CAS number50-02-2
FormulaC22H29FO5
Molar mass392.5 g/mol
Physical formPowder
Purity97.0%
InChIKeyUREBDLICKHMUKA-CXSFZGCWSA-N
IUPAC name(8S,9R,10S,11S,13S,14S,16R,17R)-9-fluoro-11,17-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13,16-trimethyl-6,7,8,11,12,14,15,16-octahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one

About Dexamethasone

Dexamethasone is part of the Zemixal antidiabetic, Hormone & Metabolic APIs range. For your records (IP/BP/USP), the material is defined by CAS 50-02-2, formula C22H29FO5 and molar mass 392.5 g/mol. Expect white or almost white crystalline powder(Results:almost white crystalline powder).

Use cases we see most often

  • Pharmaceutical formulation
  • Generic drug development

Handling and storage

It carries the GHS signal word Danger (H315, H317, H319 and H334), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Available as 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. You receive a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS with each order. Send an enquiry through the quote panel and you get a formal offer with Incoterms and delivery time.

Reference standards for Dexamethasone

See every impurity, metabolite and related compound we list for this API.

Dexamethasone standards

Typical uses

  • Pharmaceutical formulation
  • Generic drug development

Applications

Grade guides

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Dexamethasone
Product nameDexamethasone
Catalogue numberZX-004124
CAS number50-02-2
IUPAC name(8S,9R,10S,11S,13S,14S,16R,17R)-9-fluoro-11,17-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13,16-trimethyl-6,7,8,11,12,14,15,16-octahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one
Molecular formulaC22H29FO5
Molar mass392.5 g/mol
Exact mass392.1999
GradeIP/BP/USP
Purity / assay97.0%
Physical formPowder
AppearanceWhite or almost white crystalline powder(Results:almost white crystalline powder)
XLogP31.9
H-bond donors / acceptors3 / 6
Topological polar surface area94.8 Ų
InChIKeyUREBDLICKHMUKA-CXSFZGCWSA-N
SMILESC[C@@H]1C[C@H]2[C@@H]3CCC4=CC(=O)C=C[C@@]4([C@]3([C@H](C[C@@]2([C@]1(C(=O)CO)O)C)O)F)C
PubChem CID5743
SynonymsAeroseb-Dex, Dexacortal, Dexacortin, Prednisolone F, Fluormethylprednisolone, Deltafluorene, Hexadecadrol, Superprednol, Visumetazone, Decasone, Desadrene, Dexadeltone

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful
GHS08 Health hazard
Health hazard
GHS09 Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Signal word Danger

  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation
  • H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation
  • H360May damage fertility or the unborn child
  • H373May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
  • H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements P203, P233, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P273, P280, P284, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P391, P403

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Dexamethasone
1 kgQuoted on request
5 kgQuoted on request
25 kgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Dexamethasone

Which CAS number identifies Dexamethasone?
Dexamethasone is registered under CAS 50-02-2. You may also see it listed as Aeroseb-Dex, Dexacortal, Dexacortin. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-004124.
What are the formula and molar mass of Dexamethasone?
For Dexamethasone, its formula is C22H29FO5 and its molar mass is 392.5 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is (8S,9R,10S,11S,13S,14S,16R,17R)-9-fluoro-11,17-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13,16-trimethyl-6,7,8,11,12,14,15,16-octahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one. InChIKey UREBDLICKHMUKA-CXSFZGCWSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
How is Dexamethasone used in pharmaceutical QC?
Dexamethasone is a characterised reference material linked to Dexamethasone. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Dexamethasone?
This listing is IP/BP/USP grade with 97.0% purity. Standard packs are 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Dexamethasone?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Dexamethasone to my country?
Yes. Because Dexamethasone is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

Other grades with CAS 50-02-2

Dexamethasone
CAS
50-02-2
Formula
C22H29FO5
MW
392.5 g/mol
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