Description

5Alpha-Cholestan-3-One, 97 is a high-purity steroidal ketone derivative, also known as 5α-Cholestan-3-one. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard in advanced organic synthesis and biochemical research. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers for the development and analysis of steroid-based compounds, hormone research, and metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and precursor in studies of cholesterol metabolism, steroid hormone biosynthesis, and enzyme activity assays.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a chromatographic standard (e.g., for GC, HPLC) for method development and quality control in steroid analysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in organic synthesis research to explore novel chemical transformations and create libraries of steroidal compounds.
• Material Science: Investigated as a precursor for the development of specialty organic materials and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	5Alpha-Cholestan-3-One, 97
CAS No.	15600-08-5
Molecular Formula	C27H46O
Molecular Weight	386.66 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Cholestan-3-one; Cholestan-3-one; 3-Cholestanone; 5α-Cholestanone; Dihydrocholestenone; 5α-Cholestan-3β-ol-3-one (related); NSC 6135; Standard reference material for sterol analysis.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5Alpha-Cholestan-3-One, 97 is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided, detailing results from tests including assay (HPLC), identification (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

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