Description

14-Methyl-9β,19-Cyclo-5α-Cholestan-3β-Ol CAS NO 1912-66-9 is a high-purity sterol derivative belonging to the cycloartane class of triterpenoids, characterized by its unique 9β,19-cyclopropane ring structure. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a valuable reference standard for research and analytical purposes. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fine chemical sectors who require high-quality, well-characterized building blocks for the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel steroidal drugs and therapeutic agents.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR for quality control and method validation in laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating sterol biosynthesis, membrane biology, and the structure-activity relationships of triterpenoids.
• Nutraceutical Development: Serves as a precursor or model compound in the development of specialized dietary supplements and functional ingredients.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in organic synthesis to construct complex molecular architectures due to its rigid, polycyclic framework.

Basic Information

Product Name	14-Methyl-9β,19-Cyclo-5α-Cholestan-3β-Ol
CAS No.	1912-66-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₄₈O
Molecular Weight	400.68 g/mol
Synonyms	Cycloartenol (principal synonym); 9β,19-Cyclo-5α-lanost-24-en-3β-ol; 14-Methyl-9β,19-cyclo-5α-cholest-24-en-3β-ol; Cycloarten-3β-ol; (3β)-9,19-Cyclolanost-24-en-3-ol; NSC 163045; 24,25-Dihydrocycloartenol (related form).
EINECS	217-638-7

Quality Control

Every batch of 14-Methyl-9β,19-Cyclo-5α-Cholestan-3β-Ol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistent lot-to-lot performance, supported by comprehensive analytical documentation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing results for identity, assay, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to ensure compliance with your research and manufacturing specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The container should be kept in a well-ventilated area and protected from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.