Description

5β-Cholest-23-Ene is a high-purity steroidal alkene of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a crucial chiral intermediate and building block for the development of novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on steroid chemistry, drug discovery, and the synthesis of complex natural products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or probe in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme interaction research related to cholesterol and its derivatives.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry and total synthesis projects.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential applications in the development of advanced liquid crystals or functional organic materials due to its rigid steroidal backbone.

Basic Information

Product Name	5β-Cholest-23-Ene
CAS No.	30658-62-9
Molecular Formula	C27H46
Molecular Weight	370.66 g/mol
Synonyms	5β-Cholest-23-ene; (23E)-5β-Cholest-23-ene; 5β-Cholest-23(24)-ene; 23-Dehydro-5β-cholestane; 5β,14α-Cholest-23-ene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5β-Cholest-23-Ene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to protect from moisture and contamination.

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%

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