Description

Cholesteryl 4-Nitrobenzoate is a high-purity organic compound derived from cholesterol, serving as a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which combines the steroid backbone of cholesterol with a reactive nitrobenzoate ester group, making it a versatile building block for research and development. This product is essential for pharmaceutical researchers, fine chemical manufacturers, and academic institutions engaged in the synthesis of novel steroid derivatives, liquid crystal materials, and specialized organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial starting material or intermediate in the research and synthesis of novel steroid-based drug candidates and bioactive molecules.
• Liquid Crystal Research: Used in the development and study of chiral dopants and components for advanced liquid crystal displays (LCDs) due to its steroidal core.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile precursor for introducing the cholesteryl moiety into more complex molecular architectures in fine chemical production.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating cholesterol metabolism, membrane biophysics, and the development of fluorescent or tagged cholesterol analogs.
• Material Science: Explored for creating specialized polymers, gels, or supramolecular assemblies with unique optical or structural properties.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC) for quality control and method development in related chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholesteryl 4-Nitrobenzoate
CAS No.	23838-12-2
Molecular Formula	C34H49NO4
Molecular Weight	535.76 g/mol
Synonyms	Cholesteryl p-Nitrobenzoate; 4-Nitrobenzoic Acid Cholesteryl Ester; Cholesterol 4-Nitrobenzoate; 3β-Cholest-5-en-3-yl 4-nitrobenzoate; 5-Cholesten-3β-yl 4-nitrobenzoate; (3β)-Cholest-5-en-3-yl 4-nitrobenzoate; p-Nitrobenzoyl cholesterol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cholesteryl 4-Nitrobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and synthesis. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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