Description

4-Cholesten-6-Ol-3-One is a high-purity steroidal ketone derivative, a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical and biochemical compounds. Its defined structure and purity are critical for ensuring the consistency and efficacy of downstream products in research and manufacturing. This compound is essential for laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, and fine chemical sectors requiring reliable, high-quality building blocks for steroid chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial synthetic precursor in the development and production of steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or starting material in metabolic pathway studies and enzymatic research related to cholesterol and steroid hormones.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized building block for creating novel steroidal compounds with potential therapeutic or diagnostic applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in exploratory chemistry for developing new synthetic methodologies and discovering bioactive molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cholesten-6-Ol-3-One
CAS No.	570-89-8
Molecular Formula	C27H44O2
Molecular Weight	400.64 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Hydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one; 4-Cholesten-3-one, 6-hydroxy-; 6-Hydroxycholest-4-en-3-one; 3-Oxo-4-cholesten-6-ol; Cholest-4-en-6-ol-3-one; 6β-Hydroxycholest-4-en-3-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Cholesten-6-Ol-3-One is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including identity confirmation and purity assessment via modern chromatographic techniques. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 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 structure
Purity (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.