Description

2α-Methyl-5α-Cholest-3-Ene is a high-purity steroidal intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the research and development of novel pharmaceutical agents and bioactive molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for creating complex steroid derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or starting material in metabolic pathway studies and hormone research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in advanced organic chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in method development and exploratory synthesis for new chemical entities with potential biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	2α-Methyl-5α-Cholest-3-Ene
CAS No.	20997-53-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₄₈
Molecular Weight	384.68 g/mol
Synonyms	2α-Methyl-5α-cholest-3-ene; 5α-Cholest-3-ene, 2α-methyl-; 2-Methyl-5α-cholest-3-ene; (2α,5α)-2-Methylcholest-3-ene; Cholest-3-ene, 2-methyl-, (2α,5α)-; 2α-Methylcholest-3-ene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2α-Methyl-5α-Cholest-3-Ene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

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 must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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