Description

Fucosterol is a naturally occurring phytosterol primarily isolated from brown algae and other marine sources. This compound is of significant commercial interest due to its diverse biological activities and potential health benefits. It serves as a valuable raw material and intermediate for manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries.

Application

• Nutraceutical Ingredient: Used in dietary supplements for its potential cholesterol-lowering, anti-diabetic, and antioxidant properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key starting material for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and steroid derivatives.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Incorporated into skincare products for its purported anti-aging, skin-brightening, and moisturizing effects.
• Biomedical Research: Utilized as a standard or active compound in studies related to metabolic disorders, neuroprotection, and cancer research.
• Functional Food Additive: Added to food products to enhance their nutritional profile with plant-based sterols.
• Agricultural Applications: Investigated for use in plant growth regulation and as a natural bioactive agent in crop protection.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fucosterol
CAS No.	17605-67-3
Molecular Formula	C29H48O
Molecular Weight	412.70 g/mol
Synonyms	(24E)-Stigmasta-5,24(28)-dien-3β-ol; 24-Ethylidenecholest-5-en-3β-ol; Fucostanol; 28-Isofucosterol; δ5-Avenasterol; trans-24-Ethylidene lophenol; (3β)-Stigmasta-5,24(28)-dien-3-ol
EINECS	241-558-8

Quality Control

Our Fucosterol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant standards for high-purity ingredients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, is provided with each batch to guarantee traceability and consistency for your R&D and production needs.

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 incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
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.