Description

5-Bromo-5α-Cholestane-3,6-Diol 3-Acetate is a high-purity, sterol-derived chemical intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the research and development of novel pharmaceutical agents and bioactive molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and drug candidates.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme interaction research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral building block for constructing complex natural products and specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in method development and exploratory chemistry for new compound libraries.
• Reference Standard: Utilized in analytical laboratories for method validation and quality control of related sterol compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-5α-Cholestane-3,6-Diol 3-Acetate
CAS No.	1258-35-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₉H₄₉BrO₃
Molecular Weight	525.61 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Cholestane-3β,6α-diol, 5-bromo-, 3-acetate; 5-Bromo-5α-cholestane-3β,6α-diol 3-acetate; 5-Bromo-cholestane-3,6-diol 3-acetate; 3β-Acetoxy-5-bromo-5α-cholestane-6α-ol; 5-Bromo-5α-cholestane-3β,6α-diol, 3-acetate; 5-Bromocholestane-3,6-diol 3-acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-5α-Cholestane-3,6-Diol 3-Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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