Description

5β-Cholest-24-Ene is a high-purity steroidal intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the research and development of complex bioactive molecules. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, biotechnology firms, and academic institutions focused on steroid chemistry, drug discovery, and metabolic pathway studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or substrate in enzymatic studies and metabolic research related to cholesterol biosynthesis pathways.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated starting material for the preparation of modified sterols and other complex natural product analogs.
• Life Science Reagents: Employed in the development of specialized reagents, probes, and assay components for cellular and molecular biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	5β-Cholest-24-Ene
CAS No.	14949-23-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₆
Molecular Weight	370.66 g/mol
Synonyms	5β-Cholest-24-ene; (24E)-5β-Cholest-24-ene; 5β-Cholest-24(24)-ene; 24-Dehydro-5β-cholestane; 5β,14α-Cholest-24-ene; 5β-Cholestane-24-ene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5β-Cholest-24-Ene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to meet exacting research-grade specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

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