Description

3-Oxo-5β-24-Cholanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a key intermediate in the synthesis of steroid-based pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the production of bile acid derivatives and other bioactive molecules. It is primarily needed by research institutions, pharmaceutical development labs, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in steroid chemistry and drug discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of steroidal drugs and bile acid analogs.
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and starting material in academic and industrial research on steroid metabolism.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating complex, high-value specialty chemicals with specific biological activities.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in metabolic pathway research and the study of liver function and cholesterol derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxo-5β-24-Cholanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1173-32-6
Molecular Formula	C25H40O3
Molecular Weight	388.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-oxo-5β-cholan-24-oate; 5β-Cholan-24-oic acid, 3-oxo-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-oxo-5β-cholanate; 3-Keto-5β-cholanic acid methyl ester; Lithocholic acid derivative methyl ester; 5β-Cholanic acid-3-one methyl ester; 3-Oxolithocholic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support your R&D and production needs. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for every batch.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

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%

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