Description

8α,14-Epoxy-5α-Cholestan-7α-Ol is a high-purity steroidal epoxide derivative, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its defined stereochemistry and functional groups, which enable precise chemical transformations in complex molecule construction. It is primarily sought by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel therapeutic agents and the synthesis of other specialized steroidal compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial 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 interaction research related to sterols.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral starting material for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for methodological development in stereoselective synthesis and natural product chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	8α,14-Epoxy-5α-Cholestan-7α-Ol
CAS No.	38819-60-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₆O₂
Molecular Weight	402.66 g/mol
Synonyms	7α-Hydroxy-8α,14α-epoxy-5α-cholestane; 8α,14α-Epoxy-5α-cholestan-7α-ol; 5α-Cholestan-7α-ol, 8α,14α-epoxy-; 8α,14α-Epoxycholestan-7α-ol; (7α,8α,14α)-8,14-Epoxy-7-hydroxy-5α-cholestane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8α,14-Epoxy-5α-Cholestan-7α-Ol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and batch-to-batch consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and development applications.

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 compound is light-sensitive (store away from 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.