Description

Cholesterol Methyl Carbonate is a chemically modified derivative of cholesterol, where the hydroxyl group is protected as a methyl carbonate ester. This modification enhances the compound's stability and solubility in organic solvents, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the synthesis of steroid-based compounds, liposomal drug delivery systems, and advanced biomaterials. The product is supplied to meet the stringent purity requirements of these high-value applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or protected intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of novel steroid drugs and hormone analogs.
• Liposome & Nanoparticle Formulation: Used to modify the surface properties of lipid-based drug delivery carriers to enhance stability and target specificity.
• Biomaterial Research: Employed in the development of cholesterol-anchored polymers and surface coatings for biomedical devices and diagnostic assays.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing fluorescently tagged or biotinylated cholesterol derivatives used to study lipid metabolism and membrane dynamics.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and impurity profiling in steroid chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholesterol Methyl Carbonate
CAS No.	15507-52-5
Molecular Formula	C29H48O3
Molecular Weight	444.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Cholesteryl Methyl Carbonate; 3β-Cholest-5-en-3-ol Methyl Carbonate; 5-Cholesten-3β-ol, Methyl Carbonate; Methyl Cholesteryl Carbonate; Cholesterol O-Carbonate Methyl Ester; Cholest-5-en-3β-yl Methyl Carbonate; (3β)-Cholest-5-en-3-yl Methyl Carbonate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cholesterol Methyl Carbonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and pharmaceutical development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.