Description

Cholesteryl 3,4-Dichlorobenzoate is a high-purity, synthetic cholesterol derivative where the 3,4-dichlorobenzoate moiety is esterified to the cholesterol backbone. This specific molecular architecture makes it a critical intermediate and research chemical for advanced material science and pharmaceutical development. It is primarily sought after by R&D teams and manufacturers in the liquid crystal display (LCD) industry and life sciences sectors. Its defined structure and purity are essential for achieving precise performance in specialized applications.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Mixtures: A key chiral dopant or component in ferroelectric and cholesteric liquid crystal formulations for display technologies.
• Advanced Material Research: Serves as a building block for synthesizing novel organic compounds with specific optical and electronic properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of sterol-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) for quality control and method development.
• Biochemical Studies: Utilized in membrane biophysics research to study cholesterol interactions and membrane fluidity.
• Polymer Additives: Investigated for use as a functional additive to modify the properties of specialty polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholesteryl 3,4-Dichlorobenzoate
CAS No.	32834-71-2
Molecular Formula	C34H48Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	551.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Cholest-5-en-3β-yl 3,4-dichlorobenzoate; 3,4-Dichlorobenzoic Acid Cholesteryl Ester; 5-Cholesten-3β-ol 3,4-Dichlorobenzoate; Cholesterol 3,4-Dichlorobenzoate; 3β-Hydroxycholest-5-ene 3,4-Dichlorobenzoate; NSC 83628
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cholesteryl 3,4-Dichlorobenzoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from techniques such as HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis.

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 sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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