Description

4-Methylcholest-8-En-3-Ol is a high-purity sterol derivative with a defined molecular structure, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role in the research and development of novel bioactive molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on steroid-based therapeutics, reference standards, and complex chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research Chemical: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for studying sterol metabolism, receptor interactions, and biological pathways.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC).
• Biochemical Research: Employed in the investigation of cholesterol biosynthesis inhibitors and related metabolic studies.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A specialized starting material for the preparation of more complex, functionalized sterol derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylcholest-8-En-3-Ol
CAS No.	32908-16-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₄₈O
Molecular Weight	400.68 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylcholest-8-en-3β-ol; 3β-Hydroxy-4-methylcholest-8-ene; 4-Methyl-δ⁸-cholesten-3β-ol; 4-Methyl-8-cholesten-3-ol; (3β)-4-Methylcholest-8-en-3-ol; 4-Methyl-5α-cholest-8-en-3β-ol; 4-Methylcholest-8-en-3β-ol (main IUPAC-style name)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylcholest-8-En-3-Ol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, identity confirmation by IR and NMR, and residual solvent analysis to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results 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). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled and stored accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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