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Hydrocortisone caproate

Also known as Hydrocortisone 21-Hexanoate, 11beta,17,21-Trihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione 21-hexanoate, Hydrocortisone caproate (JAN)

CAS 3593-96-2Formula C27H40O6Molar mass 460.61 g/molEC 222-737-9
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Serious health hazard
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Hydrocortisone caproate chemical structure, C27H40O6, CAS 3593-96-2
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CAS number
3593-96-2
Formula
C27H40O6
Molar mass
460.61 g/mol
EC number
222-737-9
HS code
291590
Category
Impurities and reference standards

What is Hydrocortisone caproate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Hydrocortisone caproate is the 21-O-hexanoyl derivative of hydrocortisone. It is a tertiary alpha-hydroxy ketone, a cortisol ester, a glucocorticoid, a 17alpha-hydroxy steroid, an 11beta-hydroxy steroid, a 20-oxo steroid, a 3-oxo-Delta(4) steroid and a hexanoate ester. It is functionally related to a cortisol. It derives from a hydride of a pregnane.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
[2-[(8S,9S,10R,11S,13S,14S,17R)-11,17-dihydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-3-oxo-2,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-decahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl]-2-oxoethyl] hexanoate
CAS number
3593-96-2 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
222-737-9
Molecular formula
C27H40O6
UNII
SAE475O6E4
InChIKey
XZSVYVIYKBHVMV-FOMYWIRZSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C27H40O6/c1-4-5-6-7-23(31)33-16-22(30)27(32)13-11-20-19-9-8-17-14-18(28)10-12-25(17,2)24(19)21(29)15-26(20,27)3/h14,19-21,24,29,32H,4-13,15-16H2,1-3H3/t19-,20-,21-,24+,25-,26-,27-/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCC(=O)OCC(=O)C1(O)CCC2C3CCC4=CC(=O)CCC4(C)C3C(O)CC21C
Isomeric SMILES
CCCCCC(=O)OCC(=O)[C@]1(CC[C@@H]2[C@@]1(C[C@@H]([C@H]3[C@H]2CCC4=CC(=O)CC[C@]34C)O)C)O

Synonyms

  • Hydrocortisone 21-Hexanoate
  • 11beta,17,21-Trihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione 21-hexanoate
  • Hydrocortisone caproate (JAN)
  • Hydrocortisone hexanoate
  • Cortisol, 21-hexanoate
  • Hydrocortisone 21-caproate
  • 11beta,17-dihydroxy-3,20-dioxopregn-4-en-21-yl hexanoate
  • Hexanoic acid, 21-ester with cortisol
  • [2-(11,17-Dihydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-3-oxo-1,2,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17-tetradecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl)-2-oxo-ethyl]hexanoate
  • Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 11,17-dihydroxy-21-((1-oxohexyl)oxy)-, (11.beta.)-
  • (2-(11,17-Dihydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-3-oxo-1,2,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17-tetradecahydrocyclopenta(a)phenanthren-17-yl)-2-oxo-ethyl)hexanoate
  • Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 11,17-dihydroxy-21-((1-oxohexyl)oxy)-, (11beta)-
  • Hydrocortisone Impurity 39
  • [2-[(8S,9S,10R,11S,13S,14S,17R)-11,17-dihydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-3-oxo-2,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-decahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl]-2-oxoethyl] hexanoate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
460.61 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
460.2825 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.91calc.
Topological polar surface area
100.9 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
6calc.
Rotatable bonds
7calc.
Heavy atoms
33calc.
Rings
4calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.82calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
7calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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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

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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

Hazard statements

  • H360May damage fertility or the unborn child.
  • H373May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Precautionary statements (7)
  • P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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HS code and trade data

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HS 2915.90Indicative HS code

Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and halogenated…

World exports in 2024
$3.42B
+5.6% vs 2023, imports $3.55B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Indonesia15.9%
  2. Germany13.0%
  3. Malaysia12.4%
Top importers
  1. China14.4%
  2. Netherlands11.7%
  3. United States11.5%
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What is Hydrocortisone caproate?

Hydrocortisone caproate is the 21-O-hexanoyl derivative of hydrocortisone. It is a tertiary alpha-hydroxy ketone, a cortisol ester, a glucocorticoid, a 17alpha-hydroxy steroid, an 11beta-hydroxy steroid, a 20-oxo steroid, a 3-oxo-Delta(4) steroid and a hexanoate ester. It is functionally related to a cortisol.

What is the CAS number of Hydrocortisone caproate?

The CAS registry number of Hydrocortisone caproate is 3593-96-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Hydrocortisone caproate?

The molecular formula of Hydrocortisone caproate is C27H40O6 and its molar mass is 460.61 g/mol.

Is Hydrocortisone caproate hazardous?

Hydrocortisone caproate carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: may damage fertility or the unborn child, may cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Hydrocortisone caproate?

Hydrocortisone caproate is usually classified under HS code 291590 (Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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