Description

4,4-Dimethylcholest-5-En-3-One Ethylene Acetal is a high-purity steroidal intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a key building block for the research and development of novel pharmaceutical agents and bioactive molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for synthesizing complex steroid derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or starting material in metabolic pathway studies and hormone research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized building block for creating complex molecular architectures in advanced organic chemistry.
• Process Development: Employed in scaling up and optimizing synthetic routes for steroidal compounds in pilot plants.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4-Dimethylcholest-5-En-3-One Ethylene Acetal
CAS No.	35490-52-9
Molecular Formula	C₃₁H₅₂O₂
Molecular Weight	456.75 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4-Dimethyl-5-cholesten-3-one ethylene acetal; 5-Cholestene-3-one, 4,4-dimethyl-, cyclic ethylene acetal; 4,4-Dimethylcholest-5-en-3-one ethylene ketal; (3β)-4,4-Dimethylcholest-5-en-3-one ethylene acetal; Steroid intermediate 35490-52-9; Cholestane derivative ethylene acetal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4-Dimethylcholest-5-En-3-One Ethylene Acetal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure containers are sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light.

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.