Description

(5β,6α,22ξ,23ξ)-3',6-Dihydro-33-Norcyclopropa[5,6]Gorgostan-3β-Ol is a high-purity, structurally complex sterol derivative with a modified gorgostane backbone. This compound is valued for its role as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules and reference standards. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and specialty chemical manufacturers focused on steroid chemistry and drug discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and investigational drugs.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for method development, quality control, and quantification in research and regulatory testing.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies exploring sterol biosynthesis pathways, enzyme inhibition, and structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating custom sterol derivatives with potential applications in material science or as molecular probes.
• Academic & Contract Research: Utilized in university laboratories and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) for fundamental chemical and biological research projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5β,6α,22ξ,23ξ)-3',6-Dihydro-33-Norcyclopropa[5,6]Gorgostan-3β-Ol
CAS No.	53761-94-7
Molecular Formula	C28H46O
Molecular Weight	398.67 g/mol
Synonyms	33-Norcyclopropa[5,6]gorgostan-3β-ol, 3',6-dihydro-; 3β-Hydroxy-33-norcyclopropa[5,6]gorgostane; Gorgostanol derivative; Modified Gorgostane Sterol; 53761-94-7; Norcyclopropagorgostanol; Sterol Intermediate 53761-94-7
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Quality Control

Our (5β,6α,22ξ,23ξ)-3',6-Dihydro-33-Norcyclopropa[5,6]Gorgostan-3β-Ol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and MS for identity verification. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under inert atmosphere when appropriate to ensure long-term stability.

Specification

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