Description

22,26-Epoxy-3β,26-Dihydroxy-5β-Cholest-7-En-6-One is a high-purity, specialized steroidal compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This molecule serves as a critical synthetic intermediate or reference standard for the development of novel bioactive compounds. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for its utility in constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural products and specialty chemicals.
• Academic & R&D: Essential material for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry laboratories.
• Analytical Standard: Serves as a high-purity calibrant for analytical methods like HPLC and LC-MS in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	22,26-Epoxy-3β,26-Dihydroxy-5β-Cholest-7-En-6-One
CAS No.	33285-07-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₂O₄
Molecular Weight	430.62 g/mol
Synonyms	22,26-Epoxy-3β,26-dihydroxy-5β-cholest-7-en-6-one; 3β,26-Dihydroxy-22,26-epoxy-5β-cholest-7-en-6-one; (3β,5β)-22,26-Epoxy-3,26-dihydroxycholest-7-en-6-one; 5β-Cholest-7-ene-3β,26-diol-6-one, 22,26-epoxy-; A key steroidal synthon.
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Quality Control

Our 22,26-Epoxy-3β,26-Dihydroxy-5β-Cholest-7-En-6-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to 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). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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