Description

Lanostane CAS NO 474-20-4 is a tetracyclic triterpene hydrocarbon that serves as the fundamental carbon skeleton for a wide range of important natural products. This compound is of significant interest in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate and a model structure. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel compounds and the study of structure-activity relationships.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial synthetic precursor for the development of steroidal drugs and bioactive triterpenoids.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and a core scaffold in studies investigating enzyme inhibition, receptor binding, and metabolic pathways.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Acts as a starting material or an advanced intermediate in the total synthesis of complex natural products derived from the lanostane family.
• Nutraceutical Development: Explored as a backbone for creating novel compounds with potential health benefits for dietary supplement formulations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialized chemicals for agrochemicals and material science applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Provides a fundamental structure for medicinal chemistry programs aimed at drug discovery and optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanostane
CAS No.	474-20-4
Molecular Formula	C30H54
Molecular Weight	414.75 g/mol
Synonyms	Lanostane; 4,4,14α-Trimethyl-5α-cholestane; 5α-Lanostane; Allocholane; D:Lanostane; NSC 199934; 8β,9β,10α,13α,14β-Lanostane; 4,4,14-Trimethylcholestane
EINECS	207-468-1

Quality Control

Our Lanostane is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay and identity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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