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Flumethasone

Also known as Flumetasone, Flucort, Flumetasona

CAS 2135-17-3Formula C22H28F2O5Molar mass 410.46 g/molEC 218-370-9
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Serious health hazard 64 suppliers listed Drug substance
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Flumethasone chemical structure, C22H28F2O5, CAS 2135-17-3
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
2135-17-3
Formula
C22H28F2O5
Molar mass
410.46 g/mol
EC number
218-370-9
HS code
293722
Category
Hormones and steroids

What is Flumethasone?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Flumethasone is a primary alpha-hydroxy ketone, a tertiary alpha-hydroxy ketone, a glucocorticoid, a 17alpha-hydroxy steroid, a 21-hydroxy steroid, an 11beta-hydroxy steroid, a 20-oxo steroid, a fluorinated steroid and a 3-oxo-Delta(1),Delta(4)-steroid. It has a role as an anti-inflammatory drug. It derives from a hydride of a pregnane.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(6S,8S,9R,10S,11S,13S,14S,16R,17R)-6,9-difluoro-11,17-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13,16-trimethyl-6,7,8,11,12,14,15,16-octahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one
CAS number
2135-17-3 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
218-370-9
Molecular formula
C22H28F2O5
UNII
LR3CD8SX89
MDL number
MFCD00056464
InChIKey
WXURHACBFYSXBI-GQKYHHCASA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C22H28F2O5/c1-11-6-13-14-8-16(23)15-7-12(26)4-5-19(15,2)21(14,24)17(27)9-20(13,3)22(11,29)18(28)10-25/h4-5,7,11,13-14,16-17,25,27,29H,6,8-10H2,1-3H3/t11-,13+,14+,16+,17+,19+,20+,21+,22+/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
CC1CC2C3CC(F)C4=CC(=O)C=CC4(C)C3(F)C(O)CC2(C)C1(O)C(=O)CO
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@@H]1C[C@H]2[C@@H]3C[C@@H](C4=CC(=O)C=C[C@@]4([C@]3([C@H](C[C@@]2([C@]1(C(=O)CO)O)C)O)F)C)F

Synonyms

  • Flumetasone
  • Flucort
  • Flumetasona
  • Flumetasonum
  • 6alpha,9-Difluoro-11beta,17,21-trihydroxy-16alpha-methylpregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione
  • Pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione, 6,9-difluoro-11,17,21-trihydroxy-16-methyl-, (6alpha,11beta,16alpha)-
  • Fluorodexamethasone
  • Bimasone
  • Flucort Tablets
  • Flucort Solution
  • Anaprime Suspension
  • flumethasoni pivalas
  • Flucorticin
  • Flumethason
  • Anaprime
  • Methagon
  • Fluvet
  • Aniprime
  • Cortexilar
  • RS 2177
  • Flumetasone (INN)
  • Flumethasone (USAN)
  • Flumethasonum
  • 6|A,9-difluoro-11|A,17,21-trihydroxy-16|A- methylpregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione (flumetasone)
  • 6alpha,9-Difluoro-11beta,17,21-trihydroxy-16alpha-methylpregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione (Flumetasone)
Show all 31 synonyms
  • Flucort (Veterinary)
  • 6alpha-Fluorodexamethasone
  • 6-alpha-Fluorodexamethasone
  • 6alpha,9alpha-Difluoro-16alpha-methylprednisolone
  • Flumethasone (Standard)
  • 6alpha-Fluoro-dexamethasone

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
410.46 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
410.1905 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.84calc.
Topological polar surface area
94.83 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
5calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
29calc.
Rings
4calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.73calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
9calc.
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=CC2C(=C1)CCC1C3CCCC3CCC21

O=C1C=CC2C(=C1)CCC1C3CCCC3CCC21

4 rings, 18 atoms.

956 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS08: Serious health hazard
Serious health hazard

Hazard statements

  • H351Suspected of causing cancer.
Precautionary statements (5)
  • P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Pharmaceuticals, Animal Drugs.

Pharmacological actions

  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents
  • Glucocorticoids

Roles

  • anti-inflammatory agent
  • anti-inflammatory drug
  • pharmaceutical

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Flumethasone is traded under.

HS 2937.22Indicative HS code

Halogenated derivatives of corticosteroidal hormones

World exports in 2024
$1.65B
−29.3% vs 2023, imports $1.67B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. United Kingdom69.1%
  2. Italy7.8%
  3. Singapore5.6%
Top importers
  1. United States64.5%
  2. Spain5.1%
  3. United Kingdom3.7%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Flumethasone, based on the data on this page

What is Flumethasone?

Flumethasone is a primary alpha-hydroxy ketone, a tertiary alpha-hydroxy ketone, a glucocorticoid, a 17alpha-hydroxy steroid, a 21-hydroxy steroid, an 11beta-hydroxy steroid, a 20-oxo steroid, a fluorinated steroid and a 3-oxo-Delta(1),Delta(4)-steroid. It has a role as an anti-inflammatory drug.

What is the CAS number of Flumethasone?

The CAS registry number of Flumethasone is 2135-17-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Flumethasone?

The molecular formula of Flumethasone is C22H28F2O5 and its molar mass is 410.46 g/mol.

What is Flumethasone used for?

Use classes: Pharmaceuticals, Animal Drugs.

Is Flumethasone hazardous?

Flumethasone carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: suspected of causing cancer. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Flumethasone?

Flumethasone is usually classified under HS code 293722 (Halogenated derivatives of corticosteroidal hormones). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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