Description

7α,12α-Dihydroxy-5β-Cholestan-3-One CAS NO 547-97-7 is a key steroidal intermediate and reference standard of significant importance in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development. This compound is valued for its role in the study of bile acid biosynthesis and cholesterol metabolism pathways. It serves as a critical building block and analytical standard for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of more complex bile acids and steroidal pharmaceuticals.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a crucial reference standard and substrate in studies of cholesterol metabolism and enzymatic pathways.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a high-purity standard for method development and calibration in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC).
• Metabolite Studies: Employed in the investigation of metabolic disorders and the biological activity of related sterols.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A vital tool for universities and corporate R&D departments focused on endocrinology and lipidology.

Basic Information

Product Name	7α,12α-Dihydroxy-5β-Cholestan-3-One
CAS No.	547-97-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₆O₃
Molecular Weight	418.66 g/mol
Synonyms	5β-Cholestane-3-one, 7α,12α-dihydroxy-; 7α,12α-Dihydroxy-5β-cholestan-3-one; 3-Keto-7α,12α-dihydroxy-5β-cholestane; 5β-Cholestane-7α,12α-diol-3-one; 7α,12α-Dihydroxycholestanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7α,12α-Dihydroxy-5β-Cholestan-3-One is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

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	≤ 1.0%

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