Description

(10α)-1-Oxo-5,6-Secocholestan-6-Oic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetic steroid derivative and a key intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is valued for its defined chemical structure, which serves as a crucial building block for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and reference standards. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in steroid chemistry, metabolic pathway studies, and the development of new drug candidates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and starting material in academic and industrial research exploring steroid metabolism and biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialized, high-value chemical entities for diagnostic and biochemical applications.
• Metabolite Studies: Serves as a model compound or synthetic target in studies investigating cholesterol and steroid metabolic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(10α)-1-Oxo-5,6-Secocholestan-6-Oic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	53512-64-4
Molecular Formula	C29H48O3
Molecular Weight	444.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (10α)-1-oxo-5,6-secocholestan-6-oate; 5,6-Secocholestane-6-carboxylic acid, 1-oxo-, ethyl ester, (10α)-; 1-Oxo-5,6-secocholestan-6-oic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 1-oxo-5,6-secocholestan-6-oate; Secocholestane derivative ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (10α)-1-Oxo-5,6-Secocholestan-6-Oic Acid Ethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and synthesis. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles, typically determined by advanced chromatographic methods. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical manufacturing.

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 the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.