Description

Cholest-5-En-3-Ol, 4-Methyl-, (3β,4β)- is a specific methylated derivative of cholesterol, a key sterol in biological systems. This high-purity intermediate is critical for pharmaceutical research and development, particularly in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and reference standards. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors who require precise structural analogs for metabolic studies, drug discovery, and quality control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthetic pathway for novel steroid drugs and hormone analogs.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) for quality control and method validation.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in metabolic pathway studies to investigate cholesterol biosynthesis, modification, and related enzymatic processes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized starting material for the synthesis of complex steroidal compounds with tailored biological activity.
• Academic Research: Utilized in universities and research institutes for studies in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and lipidomics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholest-5-En-3-Ol, 4-Methyl-, (3β,4β)-
CAS No.	1251-98-5
Molecular Formula	C28H48O
Molecular Weight	400.68 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylcholesterol; 4α-Methylcholest-5-en-3β-ol; 4-Methyl-δ5-cholesterol; 4-Methylcholest-5-en-3β-ol; (3β,4α)-4-Methylcholest-5-en-3-ol; 4α-Methyl-5-cholesten-3β-ol; 4-Methyl-5-cholesten-3β-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cholest-5-En-3-Ol, 4-Methyl-, (3β,4β)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics are provided to support your research and regulatory requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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