Description

5α-Euphane is a high-purity, naturally occurring triterpenoid compound, also known as 5α-Euphane or 5α-Euph-8(26)-en-3β-ol. This specific steroidal hydrocarbon is valued for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced chemical synthesis and analytical research. It is primarily sought by professionals in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fine chemical industries for applications in steroid chemistry, metabolic studies, and the development of bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of complex steroid-based drugs and therapeutic agents.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for method development, calibration, and quality control in HPLC, GC-MS, and other chromatographic analyses.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in metabolic pathway studies, enzyme inhibition assays, and investigations into sterol biosynthesis.
• Nutraceutical Development: Acts as a precursor or marker compound in the formulation of specialized dietary supplements and functional ingredients.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in organic synthesis to create novel derivatives with potential biological activity for screening purposes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Supports fundamental research in organic chemistry, natural product chemistry, and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Euphane
CAS No.	516-29-0
Molecular Formula	C30H52
Molecular Weight	412.74 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Euphane; 5α-Euph-8(26)-en-3β-ol; Euph-8(26)-en-3β-ol, (5α)-; 8(26)-Euphane; 3β-Hydroxy-5α-euph-8(26)-ene; NSC 146758; Euphane triterpene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5α-Euphane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR) and purity determination by HPLC, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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