Description

16β,23-Epoxy-3β,11α-Dihydroxy-5β-Cholestane-6,24-Dione is a high-purity, specialized steroidal compound with a unique epoxy and diketone functionalization. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate for the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules, offering precise structural control for research and development. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers focused on steroid chemistry, drug discovery, and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of novel steroid-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays related to sterol biosynthesis.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated starting material for medicinal chemists to explore structure-activity relationships (SAR) by modifying the steroidal core.
• Reference Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quality control of related steroid compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	16β,23-Epoxy-3β,11α-Dihydroxy-5β-Cholestane-6,24-Dione
CAS No.	31002-22-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₂O₅
Molecular Weight	446.62 g/mol
Synonyms	16β,23-Epoxy-3β,11α-dihydroxy-5β-cholestane-6,24-dione; (3β,5β,11α,16β)-16,23-Epoxy-3,11-dihydroxycholestane-6,24-dione; 16β,23-Epoxy-3β,11α-dihydroxy-5β-cholestan-6,24-dione; 16,23-Epoxy-3,11-dihydroxycholestane-6,24-dione; 31002-22-9; 5β-Cholestane-6,24-dione, 16β,23-epoxy-3β,11α-dihydroxy-
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Quality Control

Our 16β,23-Epoxy-3β,11α-Dihydroxy-5β-Cholestane-6,24-Dione is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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