Description

Obtusifoliol CAS NO 16910-32-0 is a specific tetracyclic triterpenoid belonging to the class of sterol biosynthesis intermediates. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research for its role as a precursor in the biosynthetic pathway of various sterols. It serves as a critical reference standard and research tool for scientists investigating enzyme inhibition, metabolic pathways, and the development of novel therapeutic agents. Key industries that utilize this specialized chemical include pharmaceutical R&D, academic research institutions, and biotechnology companies focused on metabolic studies.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key intermediate in studies of sterol and steroid biosynthesis pathways.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in assays for enzymes like obtusifoliol 14α-demethylase (CYP51).
• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in drug discovery.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A vital tool for tracing and understanding metabolic fluxes in plant and fungal systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Investigated for its role in plant growth regulation and as a target for fungicide development.
• Academic Teaching: Used in advanced university laboratories to demonstrate principles of natural product chemistry and biosynthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Obtusifoliol
CAS No.	16910-32-0
Molecular Formula	C30H50O
Molecular Weight	426.73 g/mol
Synonyms	4α,14α-Dimethyl-5α-ergosta-8,24(28)-dien-3β-ol; (3β,5α,24Z)-4,14-Dimethylergosta-8,24(28)-dien-3-ol; 14α-Methyl-5α-ergosta-8,24(28)-dien-3β-ol; 4α,14α-Dimethyl-5α-cholesta-8,24-dien-3β-ol; Obtusifoliol (plant sterol); 4,14-Dimethyl-9β,19-cyclo-5α-cholest-24-en-3β-ol (obsolete); 4,14-Dimethylzymosterol (related intermediate).
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Quality Control

Our Obtusifoliol is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity determination and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS) for structural confirmation. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and analytical reference standard applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep the container sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere at -20°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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