Description

(Z)-5α-Cholest-22-En-16-One is a high-purity steroidal ketone of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate for the development of novel steroid-based molecules and bioactive compounds. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of therapeutic agents, reference standards, and complex molecular libraries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid derivatives with potential therapeutic applications.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in studies of sterol metabolism, enzyme inhibition, and receptor binding assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral starting material for the production of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and catalysts.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for methodological development in organic chemistry and steroid science.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for the development of advanced organic materials and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-5α-Cholest-22-En-16-One
CAS No.	14949-13-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₄O
Molecular Weight	384.64 g/mol
Synonyms	16-Oxo-5α-cholest-22(Z)-ene; (22Z)-5α-Cholest-22-en-16-one; 5α-Cholest-22(Z)-en-16-one; Cholest-22-en-16-one, (5α,22Z)-; 14949-13-4; (Z)-5-α-Cholest-22-En-16-One; 16-Keto-5α-cholest-22(Z)-ene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (Z)-5α-Cholest-22-En-16-One is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.