Description

Cholesteryl 2,6-Dimethyl-3-Iodobenzoate CAS NO 124784-15-2 is a specialized cholesteryl ester derivative, characterized by its halogenated aromatic ring system. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research, offering unique structural properties for molecular design. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams and specialty chemical manufacturers developing novel compounds with targeted functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for sterol-based therapeutics and diagnostic agents.
• Liquid Crystal Research: Used in the development and study of cholesteric liquid crystal phases for display technologies and optical devices.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating functionalized polymers and specialty coatings with specific optical or surface properties.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Employed in research to create labeled sterol analogs for studying lipid metabolism, membrane biology, and cellular processes.
• Organic Synthesis Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for method development and analytical validation in complex organic chemistry workflows.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholesteryl 2,6-Dimethyl-3-Iodobenzoate
CAS No.	124784-15-2
Molecular Formula	C36H53IO2
Molecular Weight	644.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Cholest-5-en-3β-yl 2,6-dimethyl-3-iodobenzoate; 3-Iodo-2,6-dimethylbenzoic Acid Cholesteryl Ester; 2,6-Dimethyl-3-iodobenzoic Acid Cholest-5-en-3β-yl Ester; 3β-Cholest-5-en-3-yl 3-Iodo-2,6-dimethylbenzoate; (3β)-Cholest-5-en-3-yl 3-Iodo-2,6-dimethylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-iodo-2,6-dimethyl-, (3β)-cholest-5-en-3-yl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of Cholesteryl 2,6-Dimethyl-3-Iodobenzoate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for applications requiring the highest material standards.

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). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Any single impurity	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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