Description

3-Hydroxy-24-Ethylcholesta-5,8,22-Trien-7-One is a high-purity steroidal ketone derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for the development of novel therapeutic agents and bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical development laboratories, and fine chemical manufacturers focused on steroid chemistry and drug discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral starting material for the preparation of complex natural product analogs and specialty chemicals.
• Academic Research: Employed in universities and R&D centers for investigating structure-activity relationships (SAR) within the sterol class of compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Hydroxy-24-Ethylcholesta-5,8,22-Trien-7-One
CAS No.	121714-76-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₉H₄₄O₂
Molecular Weight	424.66 g/mol
Synonyms	24-Ethylcholesta-5,8,22-trien-3-ol-7-one; 7-Keto-24-ethylcholesta-5,8,22-trien-3-ol; (3β)-24-Ethylcholesta-5,8,22-trien-3-ol-7-one; 3β-Hydroxy-24-ethylcholesta-5,8,22-trien-7-one; 24-Ethyl-7-oxocholesta-5,8,22-trien-3β-ol; Steroidal ketone intermediate 121714-76-9
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Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-24-Ethylcholesta-5,8,22-Trien-7-One is produced under a strict quality management system. 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 development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light sources to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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