Description

Carbonic Acid 2-Methoxyethyl=Cholest-5-En-3β-Yl Ester is a specialized sterol derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound matters as a high-purity, structurally defined intermediate, enabling precise chemical modifications for developing novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and drug candidates.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or probe in studies investigating cholesterol metabolism, membrane biology, and lipid signaling pathways.
• Material Science: Acts as a precursor for creating functionalized sterol derivatives used in liquid crystals, advanced polymers, or surface-modifying agents.
• Cosmetic & Nutraceutical R&D: Explored for the development of novel delivery systems or active ingredients in high-end skincare and nutritional supplements.
• Process Chemistry: Utilized in route scouting and optimization for the scalable production of complex steroidal compounds.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional laboratories for synthetic methodology development and chemical biology studies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Carbonic Acid 2-Methoxyethyl=Cholest-5-En-3β-Yl Ester
CAS No.	40228-74-8
Molecular Formula	C31H52O4
Molecular Weight	488.75 g/mol
Synonyms	Cholesteryl (2-methoxyethyl) carbonate; 2-Methoxyethyl cholesteryl carbonate; 3β-Cholest-5-en-3-yl (2-methoxyethyl) carbonate; Cholest-5-en-3β-yl (2-methoxyethyl) carbonate; (3β)-Cholest-5-en-3-yl 2-methoxyethyl carbonate; 40228-74-8; Cholesterol 2-methoxyethyl carbonate; Cholesteryl 2-methoxyethyl carbonate ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Carbonic Acid 2-Methoxyethyl=Cholest-5-En-3β-Yl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, it is recommended to keep the container under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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