Description

3β-Hydroxy-5α-Cholest-8(14)-En-7-One is a high-purity steroidal intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a critical building block for the development of novel therapeutic agents and bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers focused on steroid chemistry, metabolic pathway studies, and the synthesis of complex natural products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of specialized steroidal drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or substrate in enzymatic studies and metabolic research related to cholesterol biosynthesis pathways.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry.
• Reference Material: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for investigating steroidogenesis and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3β-Hydroxy-5α-Cholest-8(14)-En-7-One
CAS No.	566-29-0
Molecular Formula	C27H44O2
Molecular Weight	400.64 g/mol
Synonyms	3β-Hydroxy-5α-cholest-8(14)-en-7-one; 7-Oxo-5α-cholest-8(14)-en-3β-ol; 5α-Cholest-8(14)-en-3β-ol-7-one; (3β,5α)-Cholest-8(14)-en-3-ol-7-one; 8(14)-Cholesten-3β-ol-7-one, 5α-; 7-Keto-5α-cholest-8(14)-en-3β-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3β-Hydroxy-5α-Cholest-8(14)-En-7-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to 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.