Description

23-Azacholesterol CAS NO 29588-39-4 is a synthetic steroidal analog where a nitrogen atom replaces a carbon atom in the cholesterol backbone, creating a unique azasteroid structure. This structural modification is critical for its role as a biochemical tool and a potential intermediate in pharmaceutical research, particularly for studying cholesterol metabolism and enzyme inhibition. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development laboratories engaged in metabolic studies, medicinal chemistry, and the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and inhibitor in studies of cholesterol biosynthesis and related metabolic pathways.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Serves as a key intermediate or precursor for the synthesis of novel azasteroid-based pharmaceutical candidates.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Investigated for its potential to inhibit specific enzymes like sterol reductases or demethylases involved in sterol metabolism.
• Academic Research: Employed in universities and research institutes for fundamental studies on steroid biochemistry and structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Pharmaceutical Development: Explored for developing potential therapeutic agents targeting cholesterol-related disorders or hormonal pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	23-Azacholesterol
CAS No.	29588-39-4
Molecular Formula	C27H47NO
Molecular Weight	401.68 g/mol
Synonyms	23-Aza-5-cholesten-3β-ol; 3β-Hydroxy-23-aza-5-cholestene; 23-Azacholest-5-en-3β-ol; 23-Aza-cholesterol; Azacholesterol; 23-Norcholest-5-en-23-aza-3β-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 23-Azacholesterol is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting the specific results for your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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