Description

4,6-Cholestadien-3-One is a high-purity steroidal ketone derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its defined structure makes it an essential building block for the development of novel therapeutic agents and fine chemicals. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for developing steroid-based drugs and conducting metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and probe in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme interaction research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized building block for creating complex organic molecules with specific chiral centers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in laboratories for method development and investigating steroidal chemistry and reactions.
• Reference Material: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and calibration in chromatographic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,6-Cholestadien-3-One
CAS No.	566-93-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₄O
Molecular Weight	384.64 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6-Cholestadien-3-one; 3-Oxo-4,6-cholestadiene; δ4,6-Cholestadien-3-one; 4,6-Cholestadiene-3-one; NSC 6135; 5-Cholestene-3-one, 4,6-didehydro-; (8R,9S,10R,13R,14S,17R)-10,13-Dimethyl-17-[(2R)-6-methylheptan-2-yl]-2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-1-one
EINECS	209-294-1

Quality Control

Our 4,6-Cholestadien-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for research-grade chemicals, ensuring reliable performance for your critical applications.

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 reference spectrum
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.