Description

Thiocyanic Acid, 5Alpha-Cholestan-3Alpha-Yl Ester is a specialized sterol-derived thiocyanate ester, a compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and biochemical research. Its unique molecular architecture, combining a cholestane backbone with a thiocyanate functional group, makes it a valuable intermediate for the development of novel bioactive molecules and materials. This high-purity compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development laboratories focused on steroid chemistry, metabolic pathway studies, and the synthesis of potential therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthetic precursor in the research and development of novel steroid-based therapeutics and diagnostic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a specialized reagent or substrate in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway investigations, and receptor binding assays within academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in advanced organic chemistry for the construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly those requiring the introduction of a thiocyanate moiety onto a steroidal framework.
• Reference Standard: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical analysis and regulatory testing.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential applications in the development of specialized polymers or liquid crystals due to its rigid steroidal core.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiocyanic Acid, 5Alpha-Cholestan-3Alpha-Yl Ester
CAS No.	20997-49-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₄₇NS
Molecular Weight	429.75 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Cholestan-3α-yl thiocyanate; 3α-Thiocyanato-5α-cholestane; Cholestanyl thiocyanate; 5α-Cholestan-3α-ol, thiocyanate; NSC 83689; 5α-Cholestan-3α-yl ester of thiocyanic acid; 3α-Thiocyanatocholestane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Thiocyanic Acid, 5Alpha-Cholestan-3Alpha-Yl Ester adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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