Description

25,26,26,26,27,27,27-Heptafluoro-5α,6α-Epoxycholestanol is a high-value, fluorinated sterol derivative characterized by its unique heptafluoroalkyl chain and epoxide functionality. This compound is critical for advanced research and development, particularly in the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules and materials with tailored properties. It serves as a key synthetic intermediate for pharmaceutical chemists, material scientists, and R&D laboratories working on next-generation fluorinated compounds, liquid crystals, and sterol-based probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel fluorinated steroid analogs and drug candidates for targeted therapies.
• Advanced Material Science: Used in the research and development of specialty fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, and surface-active agents with unique stability and performance characteristics.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a probe or precursor in metabolic pathway studies and for investigating sterol-protein interactions due to its fluorinated label.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile synthon for introducing fluorinated sterol motifs into complex molecular architectures, enabling the exploration of structure-activity relationships.
• Agrochemical Development: Investigated as a potential intermediate for creating new fluorinated bioactive compounds with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	25,26,26,26,27,27,27-Heptafluoro-5α,6α-Epoxycholestanol
CAS No.	240129-21-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₃₉F₇O₂
Molecular Weight	528.59 g/mol
Synonyms	5α,6α-Epoxy-25,26,26,26,27,27,27-heptafluorocholestan-3β-ol; Heptafluoroepoxycholestanol; 3β-Hydroxy-5α,6α-epoxy-25,26,26,26,27,27,27-heptafluorocholestane; 25,26,26,26,27,27,27-Heptafluoro-5α,6α-epoxycholestan-3β-ol; Fluorinated Epoxycholestanol Derivative; (3β)-5α,6α-Epoxy-25,26,26,26,27,27,27-heptafluorocholestan-3-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 25,26,26,26,27,27,27-Heptafluoro-5α,6α-Epoxycholestanol is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable, and each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA). Our rigorous testing includes identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling using advanced analytical techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR to meet the exacting standards of research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate to ensure long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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