Description

5Beta-Cholestan-3Alpha-Ol is a high-purity sterol derivative and a key intermediate in the synthesis of various steroid hormones and pharmaceutical compounds. Its defined stereochemistry makes it a valuable building block for research and development in medicinal chemistry. This compound is essential for laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors requiring precise chiral starting materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral precursor in the synthesis of steroidal drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies, enzyme inhibition assays, and steroid hormone research.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules for academic and industrial R&D.
• Metabolite Studies: Useful in the investigation of cholesterol metabolism and related biochemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5Beta-Cholestan-3Alpha-Ol
CAS No.	516-92-7
Molecular Formula	C27H48O
Molecular Weight	388.67 g/mol
Synonyms	5β-Cholestan-3α-ol; 3α-Hydroxy-5β-cholestane; Coprostanol; Dihydrocholesterol; 5β-Cholestanol; NSC 8798; 3α-Coprostanol; 5β-Cholestan-3α-ol
EINECS	208-240-5

Quality Control

Our 5Beta-Cholestan-3Alpha-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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