Description

5Alpha-Cholestan-6-One, 3Alpha-Hydroxy-, Acetate is a high-purity steroidal derivative, specifically an acetate ester of a hydroxy-cholestanone. This compound is a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a valuable building block in organic synthesis, prized for its defined stereochemistry and functional groups. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for the development of novel therapeutic agents and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of steroidal drugs and bioactive molecules.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or probe in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme interaction research.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a chiral building block for constructing complex natural products and specialized chemicals.
• Analytical Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quality control testing.
• Academic & R&D: Fundamental compound for chemical education and investigative research in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5Alpha-Cholestan-6-One, 3Alpha-Hydroxy-, Acetate
CAS No.	21513-83-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₉H₄₈O₃
Molecular Weight	444.70 g/mol
Synonyms	3α-Acetoxy-5α-cholestan-6-one; 5α-Cholestan-6-one, 3α-hydroxy-, acetate; 3α-Hydroxy-5α-cholestan-6-one acetate; (3α,5α)-3-(Acetyloxy)cholestan-6-one; Cholestan-6-one, 3-hydroxy-, acetate, (3α,5α)-; 3α-Acetoxy-5α-cholestanone; 5α-Cholestan-3α-ol-6-one acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo comprehensive testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for each batch is provided and available upon request, supporting compliance with research and cGMP-grade material requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

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	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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