Description

24-Norcholestane-3,7,12,25-Tetrol is a high-purity, multi-hydroxylated sterol derivative with significant value as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing novel pharmaceutical agents and bioactive molecules, particularly in the fields of steroid chemistry and metabolic pathway studies. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories, fine chemical producers, and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the synthesis of complex steroidal compounds and potential drug candidates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel steroidal drugs and bioactive compounds targeting metabolic pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in studies of cholesterol metabolism, bile acid biosynthesis, and related enzymatic processes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral starting material for the preparation of complex, poly-functionalized steroid analogs.
• Metabolite Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories (e.g., LC-MS, GC-MS) for the identification and quantification of sterol metabolites in biological samples.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for investigating structure-activity relationships (SAR) and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	24-Norcholestane-3,7,12,25-Tetrol
CAS No.	2548-05-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₄₆O₄
Molecular Weight	422.65 g/mol
Synonyms	3,7,12,25-Tetrahydroxy-24-norcholestane; 24-Norcholestane-3α,7α,12α,25-tetrol; 24-Norcholestane-3,7,12,25-tetraol; 3,7,12,25-Tetrahydroxynorcholestane; (25R)-3,7,12,25-Tetrahydroxycholestane; Tetrahydroxy-24-norcholestane; 24-Nor-5β-cholestane-3α,7α,12α,25-tetrol
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Quality Control

Our 24-Norcholestane-3,7,12,25-Tetrol is produced under strict quality management 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 to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 should be kept in a desiccated environment to prevent moisture absorption. For long-term storage, consider inert gas purging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.