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16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone

Also known as (8S,9S,10R,11S,13S,14S,16R,17R)-11,16-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13-dimethyl-1,2,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one, 11beta,16alpha,21-Trihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione

CAS 566-71-2Formula C21H30O5Molar mass 362.47 g/mol
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16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone chemical structure, C21H30O5, CAS 566-71-2
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CAS number
566-71-2
Formula
C21H30O5
Molar mass
362.47 g/mol
HS code
291440
Category
Steroids and sterols

What is 16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone is a 21-hydroxy steroid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(8S,9S,10R,11S,13S,14S,16R,17R)-11,16-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13-dimethyl-1,2,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one
CAS number
566-71-2
Molecular formula
C21H30O5
InChIKey
WPZNCXVXQMWZQE-FDNLDUMUSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C21H30O5/c1-20-6-5-12(23)7-11(20)3-4-13-14-8-15(24)19(17(26)10-22)21(14,2)9-16(25)18(13)20/h7,13-16,18-19,22,24-25H,3-6,8-10H2,1-2H3/t13-,14-,15+,16-,18+,19+,20-,21-/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CC12CCC(=O)C=C1CCC1C2C(O)CC2(C)C1CC(O)C2C(=O)CO
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@]12CCC(=O)C=C1CC[C@@H]3[C@@H]2[C@H](C[C@]4([C@H]3C[C@H]([C@@H]4C(=O)CO)O)C)O

Synonyms

  • (8S,9S,10R,11S,13S,14S,16R,17R)-11,16-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13-dimethyl-1,2,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one
  • 11beta,16alpha,21-Trihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
362.47 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
362.2093 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.64calc.
Topological polar surface area
94.83 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
5calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
26calc.
Rings
4calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.81calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
8calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=C1C=C2CCC3C4CCCC4CCC3C2CC1

O=C1C=C2CCC3C4CCCC4CCC3C2CC1

4 rings, 18 atoms.

1,419 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

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GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone is traded under.

HS 2914.40Indicative HS code

Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes

World exports in 2024
$199M
+2.5% vs 2023, imports $247M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China29.5%
  2. Germany14.4%
  3. Netherlands12.7%
Top importers
  1. United States37.2%
  2. Netherlands8.5%
  3. Germany6.4%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for 16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone, based on the data on this page

What is 16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone?

16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone is a 21-hydroxy steroid.

What is the CAS number of 16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone?

The CAS registry number of 16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone is 566-71-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone?

The molecular formula of 16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone is C21H30O5 and its molar mass is 362.47 g/mol.

Is 16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone?

16alpha-Hydroxycorticosterone is usually classified under HS code 291440 (Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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