Description

5-Cholesten-3-α-Ol Acetate is a high-purity sterol derivative, specifically the acetate ester of 5-cholesten-3α-ol. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard in advanced pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for developing and analyzing steroidal compounds and related active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex steroidal drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development, validation, and quality control in pharmaceutical laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in metabolic studies and as a precursor in the investigation of cholesterol biosynthesis pathways and related enzymes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile starting material or intermediate for synthesizing specialized sterol derivatives and analogs for research purposes.
• Cosmetic Ingredient R&D: Investigated for potential applications in the development of high-end skincare and cosmetic formulations targeting skin barrier function.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Cholesten-3-α-Ol Acetate
CAS No.	1059-85-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₉H₄₈O₂
Molecular Weight	428.70 g/mol
Synonyms	3α-Hydroxycholest-5-ene 3-acetate; 5-Cholesten-3α-ol, acetate; 3α-Acetoxycholest-5-ene; Cholest-5-en-3α-yl acetate; 3α-Acetoxy-5-cholestene; (3α)-Cholest-5-en-3-yl acetate; 3α-Hydroxy-δ⁵-cholestene acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Cholesten-3-α-Ol Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.