Description

2,3-Secocholestane-2,3-Diol is a high-purity sterol derivative and a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its defined molecular structure, which serves as a critical building block in the research and development of novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in steroid chemistry, metabolic pathway studies, and the synthesis of complex natural products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel steroid-based drug candidates and therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or probe in metabolic studies and enzymatic pathway analysis related to cholesterol and its derivatives.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a sophisticated starting material for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Reference Standard: Employed in analytical chemistry for method development and validation in the quantification of sterol compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Secocholestane-2,3-Diol
CAS No.	14124-56-2
Molecular Formula	C27H48O2
Molecular Weight	404.68 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Secocholestane-2,3-diol; 2,3-Seco-5α-cholestane-2,3-diol; (3R,5S,8R,9S,10S,13R,14S,17R)-10,13-Dimethyl-17-[(2R)-6-methylheptan-2-yl]-2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-tetradecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthrene-2,3-diol; 2,3-Secocholestanediol; Sterol derivative 14124-56-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Secocholestane-2,3-Diol is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP standards for research-grade chemicals, ensuring reliability for critical applications.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.