Description

5α-Cholest-8(14)-Ene-3,15,-Diol is a high-purity steroidal diol compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and research. This specialized intermediate is valued for its unique molecular framework, which serves as a critical building block for the development of novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies engaged in steroid chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and the synthesis of potential therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of novel steroid-based drugs and therapeutic candidates.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to develop new compounds with targeted biological activity.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a reference standard or probe in studies investigating sterol metabolism and related biochemical pathways.
• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Employed as a sophisticated chiral building block for the construction of complex natural products and analogs.
• Process Development: Used in scaling up synthetic routes for potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) within a GMP environment.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Cholest-8(14)-Ene-3,15,-Diol
CAS No.	26660-51-5
Molecular Formula	C27H46O2
Molecular Weight	402.66 g/mol
Synonyms	3β,15α-Dihydroxy-5α-cholest-8(14)-ene; 5α-Cholest-8(14)-ene-3β,15α-diol; (3β,5α,15α)-Cholest-8(14)-ene-3,15-diol; 15α-Hydroxycholesterol derivative; 8(14)-Cholestene-3,15-diol; Steroidal diol intermediate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5α-Cholest-8(14)-Ene-3,15,-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, purity, and consistency.

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. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.