Description

Stigmastane-3,6-Diol is a high-purity phytosterol derivative, a compound of significant interest in advanced research and development. Its unique steroidal structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing novel bioactive molecules and studying metabolic pathways. This product is essential for pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, nutraceutical formulators, and academic institutions focused on steroid chemistry and natural product synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material for the synthesis of novel steroid-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Nutraceutical Research: Investigated for its potential bioactivity and as a precursor in the development of advanced dietary supplements and functional food ingredients.
• Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) in analytical laboratories for method development, validation, and quality control of sterol-containing products.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial research to study enzyme interactions, metabolic processes, and structure-activity relationships (SAR) of sterols.
• Cosmetic Actives Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialty ingredients aimed at skin care formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Stigmastane-3,6-Diol
CAS No.	112244-29-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₉H₅₂O₂
Molecular Weight	432.73 g/mol
Synonyms	Stigmastane-3β,6α-diol; 3β,6α-Dihydroxystigmastane; (3β,6α)-Stigmastane-3,6-diol; 6α-Hydroxy-β-sitosterol; 3β,6α-Dihydroxy-24α-ethylcholestane; 24α-Ethyl-5α-cholestane-3β,6α-diol
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Quality Control

Our Stigmastane-3,6-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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