Description

8α,9-Epoxy-5α-Cholestan-7α-Ol is a high-purity steroidal epoxide derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate for the development of novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in steroid chemistry and drug discovery programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of steroidal drugs and hormone analogs.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in advanced organic reactions, including ring-opening and functional group transformations, to create complex molecular architectures.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or probe in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme interaction research related to sterol biosynthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of high-value specialty chemicals and advanced materials.
• Academic Research: Used in university and institutional laboratories for methodological development in stereoselective synthesis and natural product chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	8α,9-Epoxy-5α-Cholestan-7α-Ol
CAS No.	38819-61-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₆O₂
Molecular Weight	402.66 g/mol
Synonyms	8α,9α-Epoxy-5α-cholestan-7α-ol; 7α-Hydroxy-8α,9α-epoxy-5α-cholestane; 5α-Cholestane-7α-ol, 8α,9α-epoxy-; (7α)-8α,9α-Epoxy-5α-cholestan-7-ol; 8α,9α-Epoxycholestan-7α-ol; Steroidal epoxide intermediate; Cholestane epoxide derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8α,9-Epoxy-5α-Cholestan-7α-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and specific tests for related substances. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber glass or opaque.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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