General

Synonyms: prednisolone 21-acetate, 11-beta,17-alpha,21-trihydroxy-1,4-pregnadiene-3,20-dione 21-acetate, 1,4-pregnadiene-11-beta,17-alpha-21-triol-3,20-dione 21-acetate, 21-acetoxy-1,4-pregnadiene-11-beta,17-alpha-diol-3,20-dione
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Molecular formula: C₂₃H₃₀O₆
CAS No: 52-21-1
EINECS No: 200-134-1

Physical data

Appearance: white crystalline powder
Melting point: 238 C
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Stability

Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Toxicology

Harmful. May cause sensitization if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin. May cause reproductive harm.

Toxicity data
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ORL-RAT LD50 500 mg kg^-1
SCU-RAT LD50 > 240 mg kg^-1

Risk phrases
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R20 R21 R22 R61.

Transport information

(The meaning of any UN hazard codes which appear in this section is given here.)
UN No 2811. Hazard class 6.1. Packing group II.

Personal protection

Minimize exposure.

Safety phrases
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S22 S36 S437 S39 S45 S53.

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