Description

3-Oxo-5α-Lanosta-8,24-Diene-21-Oic Acid is a key lanostane-type triterpenoid intermediate with significant biological and synthetic utility. This compound serves as a crucial building block in the research and development of novel pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the exploration of anti-inflammatory and cholesterol-modulating pathways. It is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of steroidal drugs and bioactive lanostane derivatives.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or probe in metabolic pathway studies, particularly those involving cholesterol biosynthesis and related enzymes.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Serves as a versatile scaffold for the semi-synthesis of complex natural products with triterpenoid backbones.
• Drug Discovery: Employed in high-throughput screening and medicinal chemistry programs to develop new therapeutic candidates targeting inflammation or lipid disorders.
• Academic Research: Utilized in universities and research institutes for studying triterpenoid chemistry, structure-activity relationships (SAR), and biological mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxo-5α-Lanosta-8,24-Diene-21-Oic Acid
CAS No.	466-05-7
Molecular Formula	C30H46O3
Molecular Weight	454.70 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Oxolanosta-8,24-dien-21-oic acid; 3-Ketolanosta-8,24-dien-21-oic acid; 21-Nor-3-oxo-5α-lanosta-8,24-dien-21-oic acid; Lanosta-8,24-diene-21-oic acid, 3-oxo-; 3-Oxo-5α-lanosta-8,24-dien-21-oate; (5α)-3-Oxolanosta-8,24-dien-21-oic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Oxo-5α-Lanosta-8,24-Diene-21-Oic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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