Description

Cholesta-1,4,6-Trien-3-One is a high-purity steroidal ketone derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical compounds and fine chemicals. Its unique conjugated triene-one structure makes it a valuable building block for research and development in medicinal chemistry, particularly for modifying steroid scaffolds. This compound is essential for laboratories and manufacturers focused on developing novel therapeutic agents, hormone analogs, and other bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthetic precursor for the development of novel steroid-based drugs and hormone analogs.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying steroid metabolism, receptor binding, and structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Building block for creating specialized steroidal compounds used in agrochemicals and material science.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Biochemical Research: Tool compound for investigating enzymatic pathways involving cholesterol and its derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholesta-1,4,6-Trien-3-One
CAS No.	3464-60-6
Molecular Formula	C27H42O
Molecular Weight	382.63 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4,6-Cholestatrien-3-one; 3-Cholestenone, 1,4,6-derivative; Cholesta-1,4,6-trien-3-one; δ1,4,6-Cholestatrien-3-one; NSC 89325; 3-Oxo-cholesta-1,4,6-triene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cholesta-1,4,6-Trien-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (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)	≥ 97.0%
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.