Description

3-Oxo-5α-24-Cholanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity steroidal intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty chemical industries for synthesizing novel steroid derivatives and other bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel steroid-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and steroid hormone research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in asymmetric synthesis.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical reference material in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxo-5α-24-Cholanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	15074-03-0
Molecular Formula	C25H40O3
Molecular Weight	388.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-oxo-5α-cholan-24-oate; 5α-Cholan-24-oic acid, 3-oxo-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-oxo-5α-cholanoate; 3-Keto-5α-cholanic acid methyl ester; 5α-Cholanic acid-3-one methyl ester; 24-Norcholan-23-oic acid, 3-oxo-, methyl ester, (5α)-; Methyl 3-oxolanostan-24-oate (related structural name)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Oxo-5α-24-Cholanoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under inert conditions if necessary to prevent degradation.

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.