Description

α-Spinasterol Acetate is a high-purity sterol derivative, specifically the acetate ester of the plant sterol spinasterol. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and a valuable intermediate in the research and development of pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and advanced materials sectors for its role in studying plant-derived bioactive compounds and their derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development, validation, and quality control in drug discovery and phytopharmaceutical production.
• Nutraceutical Research: Serves as a key intermediate or biomarker in the study of plant sterols and their potential health benefits, such as cholesterol management.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Development: Investigated for its potential bioactive properties in skincare formulations, leveraging its plant-derived sterol structure.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in chemical synthesis and biological activity studies to explore new therapeutic agents or functional materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as an internal standard or calibration compound in chromatographic (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic analyses.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Spinasterol Acetate
CAS No.	4651-46-1
Molecular Formula	C₃₁H₅₀O₂
Molecular Weight	458.73 g/mol
Synonyms	Spinasterol Acetate; (24R)-Stigmasta-7,22-dien-3β-ol, acetate; 22,23-Dihydrospinasterol acetate; α-Spinasteryl acetate; 7,22-Stigmastadien-3β-ol acetate; Stigmasta-7,22-dien-3-ol, acetate, (3β,24R)-; 4651-46-1
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Quality Control

Our α-Spinasterol Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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