Description

17,21-Epoxyhopane is a pentacyclic triterpenoid derivative belonging to the hopane class of natural products. This compound serves as a valuable chemical reference standard and synthetic intermediate for research and development in organic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and academic research laboratories for analytical method development, metabolic studies, and the synthesis of novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reference standard for the identification and quantification of hopane-type triterpenoids in natural product extracts and biological samples.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate or starting material for the semi-synthesis of novel triterpenoid derivatives with potential biological activity.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed in method development and validation for chromatographic techniques (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic analysis (NMR, MS).
• Geochemical Studies: Acts as a biomarker in environmental and petroleum geochemistry research for studying organic matter maturity and origin.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in fundamental research exploring the chemical properties, reactivity, and applications of pentacyclic triterpenes.

Basic Information

Product Name	17,21-Epoxyhopane
CAS No.	3608-03-5
Molecular Formula	C30H50O
Molecular Weight	426.72 g/mol
Synonyms	17,21-Epoxyhopane; Hopane-17,21-epoxide; 17,21-Epoxy-22(29)-hopene; 17,21α-Epoxyhopane; 17,21β-Epoxyhopane; Hopane epoxide; 17,21-Oxidohopane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 17,21-Epoxyhopane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS analysis, to confirm identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.