Description

7β-Hydroxy Cholesterol 3β-Acetate is a high-purity, semi-synthetic sterol derivative, a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex steroid hormones and pharmaceutical agents. Its precise chemical structure makes it an invaluable building block for research and development in the life sciences, offering a defined starting point for targeted chemical modifications. This compound is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers focused on steroid chemistry and metabolic pathway studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or substrate in studies investigating cholesterol metabolism, enzyme activity (e.g., cytochrome P450), and biosynthetic pathways.
• Steroid Chemistry Development: Serves as a versatile starting material for the preparation of other hydroxylated and acetylated sterol analogs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Analytical Standard: Employed in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and mass spectrometry (MS) for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of sterol mixtures.

Basic Information

Product Name	7β-Hydroxy Cholesterol 3β-Acetate
CAS No.	17974-77-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₉H₄₈O₃
Molecular Weight	444.70 g/mol
Synonyms	7β-Hydroxycholesterol 3β-acetate; Cholest-5-en-3β,7β-diol, 3-acetate; 3β-Acetoxy-7β-hydroxycholest-5-ene; 7β-Hydroxycholest-5-en-3β-yl acetate; (3β,7β)-3-(Acetyloxy)cholest-5-en-7-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7β-Hydroxy Cholesterol 3β-Acetate 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. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific results is supplied with every order to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccant use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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