Description

Cholesteryl Elaidate is a high-purity, synthetic cholesterol ester derived from elaidic acid. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and a versatile biochemical building block for advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and life science industries for applications ranging from lipid metabolism studies to the formulation of specialized delivery systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration and validation of analytical instruments (HPLC, GC-MS) in quality control and research laboratories.
• Lipid Research & Biomembrane Studies: Acts as a model compound to investigate cholesterol ester metabolism, membrane fluidity, and lipid raft formation.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Employed as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in high-end skincare products for its occlusive and stabilizing properties.
• Drug Delivery Systems: Incorporated into liposomal and nanoparticle formulations to modify release profiles and enhance biocompatibility.
• Biochemical Reagent: Serves as a substrate or intermediate in enzymatic studies and the synthesis of more complex sterol derivatives.
• Material Science: Investigated for its potential in creating liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other advanced organic materials due to its specific stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholesteryl Elaidate
CAS No.	19485-76-8
Molecular Formula	C45H78O2
Molecular Weight	651.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Cholest-5-en-3β-ol 3-(9E)-octadecenoate; (3β)-Cholest-5-en-3-yl (9E)-Octadecenoate; Cholesterol Elaidate; Cholesterol trans-9-Octadecenoate; Elaidic Acid Cholesterol Ester; 5-Cholesten-3β-ol 3-elai-date
EINECS	243-111-8

Quality Control

Our Cholesteryl Elaidate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. 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 product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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