Description

5α-Cholest-7-Ene is a high-purity steroidal intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the research and development of novel pharmaceutical agents and bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of steroidal drugs and hormone analogs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating complex organic molecules with specific chiral centers.
• Reference Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories for method development and quality control of steroidal compounds.
• Academic Research: Utilized in universities and research institutes for studying cholesterol metabolism and related biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Cholest-7-Ene
CAS No.	40071-65-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₆
Molecular Weight	370.66 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Cholest-7-ene; (5α)-Cholest-7-ene; 7-Cholestene, (5α)-; 5α-Cholest-7-ene; δ⁷-Cholestene (5α); Cholest-7-ene (5αH)-; 5α,14α-Cholest-7-ene; NSC 61355
EINECS	254-777-4

Quality Control

Our 5α-Cholest-7-Ene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to confirm identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

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)	≥ 98.0%
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.