Description

Cholest-5-Ene-3,24(R)-Diol is a high-purity sterol derivative, a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules. Its defined stereochemistry at the 24-position makes it a valuable chiral building block for pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and life science sectors requiring precise synthetic intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral precursor in the synthesis of steroid-based drugs and therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays related to cholesterol biosynthesis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile starting material for the preparation of more complex steroidal compounds with specific biological activity.
• Reference Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories for method development and quality control of sterol-containing products.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated as an intermediate for novel dietary supplements and functional food ingredients.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Cholest-5-Ene-3,24(R)-Diol
CAS No.	27460-26-0
Molecular Formula	C27H46O2
Molecular Weight	402.66 g/mol
Synonyms	(24R)-Cholest-5-ene-3,24-diol; 24(R)-Hydroxycholesterol; 24R-Hydroxycholesterol; Cerebrosterol; 24-Hydroxycholesterol (24R-isomer); Cholest-5-ene-3β,24-diol (24R); 3β,24-Dihydroxycholest-5-ene
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Quality Control

Our Cholest-5-Ene-3,24(R)-Diol is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis to confirm stereochemical integrity, and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (24R)
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.