Description

Cholest-7-En-3-One is a high-purity steroidal ketone, a key intermediate in the synthesis of various bioactive compounds. Its defined structure and consistent quality are critical for ensuring the reliability and reproducibility of downstream chemical and pharmaceutical processes. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, fine chemical synthesis, and the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the production of steroid derivatives and other specialized organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other therapeutic agents.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a starting material or intermediate in the production of complex organic molecules for research and industrial applications.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a reference standard or precursor in metabolic pathway studies and sterol biosynthesis research.
• Hormone Analog Development: Utilized in the research and development of novel steroid hormone analogs and receptor modulators.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for creating specialized organic materials and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholest-7-En-3-One
CAS No.	13097-64-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₄O
Molecular Weight	384.64 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Dehydrocholesterone; 3-Oxo-cholest-7-ene; Cholest-7-en-3-one; δ⁷-Cholesten-3-one; 5α-Cholest-7-en-3-one; 7-Dehydrocholesterol-3-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cholest-7-En-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by chromatography. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (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	Specification available upon request
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.