Description

(8R,9R,10R,13S,14S,17S)-13-Methyl-1,2,3,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,14,15,16,17-Tetradecahydrocyclopenta[A]Phenanthren-17-Ol is a high-purity sterol derivative, a key chiral intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its defined stereochemistry, which is critical for producing enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require a reliable source of high-quality, structurally complex building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral precursor in the synthesis of steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a sophisticated building block for constructing complex natural products and specialty chemicals with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of novel plant growth regulators or pesticides with specific steroidal activity.
• Material Science: Investigated for the development of advanced organic materials, such as liquid crystals or chiral dopants, where molecular structure dictates function.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	(8R,9R,10R,13S,14S,17S)-13-Methyl-1,2,3,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,14,15,16,17-Tetradecahydrocyclopenta[A]Phenanthren-17-Ol
CAS No.	3646-30-8
Molecular Formula	C18H28O
Molecular Weight	260.41 g/mol
Synonyms	13-Methyl-1,2,3,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,14,15,16,17-Tetradecahydrocyclopenta[A]Phenanthren-17-Ol; (8R,9R,10R,13S,14S,17S)-13-Methyl-17-Hydroxy-1,2,3,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,14,15,16,17-Tetradecahydrocyclopenta[A]Phenanthrene; Sterol Derivative; Chiral Sterol Intermediate; 17-Hydroxy-13-methyltetradecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthrene
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Quality Control

Our (8R,9R,10R,13S,14S,17S)-13-Methyl-1,2,3,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,14,15,16,17-Tetradecahydrocyclopenta[A]Phenanthren-17-Ol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting purity, assay, and critical impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

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