Description

Stigmasta-4,22-Diene-3β,6β-Diol is a specific phytosterol derivative, a member of the stanols class, characterized by its unique diene and diol functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced pharmaceutical and nutraceutical research, particularly in the study of cholesterol metabolism and plant-derived bioactive molecules. It is primarily sought by research institutions, pharmaceutical development labs, and manufacturers of high-purity active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and dietary supplements.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthetic pathways for novel steroidal drugs and therapeutic agents.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR for quality control and method validation in laboratories.
• Nutraceutical Research: Investigated for its potential bioactivity and metabolic effects in the development of functional food ingredients and dietary supplements.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in academic and industrial research to study enzyme interactions, metabolic pathways, and structure-activity relationships (SAR) of sterols.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Development: Explored for use in premium skincare formulations targeting skin barrier function and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	Stigmasta-4,22-Diene-3β,6β-Diol
CAS No.	167958-89-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₉H₄₈O₂
Molecular Weight	428.70 g/mol
Synonyms	3β,6β-Dihydroxystigmasta-4,22-diene; Stigmasta-4,22-diene-3β,6β-diol; (3β,6β)-Stigmasta-4,22-diene-3,6-diol; 6β-Hydroxystigmasta-4,22-dien-3β-ol; Plant sterol diol derivative
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Quality Control

Every batch of Stigmasta-4,22-Diene-3β,6β-Diol is produced and verified under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced chromatographic techniques to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under inert conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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