Description

2α-Hydroxy-5α-Cholestan-19-Oic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity steroidal derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate for the preparation of complex steroid hormones and their analogs. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development laboratories engaged in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, metabolic studies, and the production of reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of bioactive steroid molecules and hormone analogs.
• Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development and quality control in steroid analysis.
• Metabolic Pathway Research: Employed in biochemical studies to investigate cholesterol metabolism and related enzymatic processes.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for introducing specific steroidal modifications in complex molecule construction.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research tool in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2α-Hydroxy-5α-Cholestan-19-Oic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	24637-67-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₉H₅₀O₃
Molecular Weight	446.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2α-Hydroxy-5α-cholestan-19-oate; 19-Carboxy-5α-cholestan-2α-ol Methyl Ester; 2α-Hydroxy-5α-cholestan-19-oic Acid Methyl Ester; 5α-Cholestane-19-oic Acid, 2α-Hydroxy-, Methyl Ester; Methyl 2α-Hydroxy-19-nor-5α-cholestanoate; Steroid C19-Methyl Ester Derivative
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Quality Control

Our 2α-Hydroxy-5α-Cholestan-19-Oic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and analytical results is provided with every shipment to support your research and compliance 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). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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