Description

5α-Cholest-8-Ene-7,11-Diol is a high-purity steroidal diol compound, identified by CAS NO 54514-97-5. This specialized intermediate is critical for advanced organic synthesis and research into steroid-based pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies working on novel therapeutic agents, metabolic studies, and fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme interaction research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for the production of complex steroidal compounds with specific biological activities.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in laboratories for method development, structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies, and exploratory chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Cholest-8-Ene-7,11-Diol
CAS No.	54514-97-5
Molecular Formula	C27H46O2
Molecular Weight	402.66 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Cholest-8-ene-3β,7α-diol; 7α-Hydroxycholesterol; (3β,7α)-Cholest-8-ene-3,7-diol; 5α-Cholest-8-en-3β-ol-7-one (related); 7α-Hydroxy-5α-cholest-8-en-3β-ol; Cholest-8-ene-3,7-diol, (3β,7α)-; 5α-Cholest-8-ene-3β,7α-diol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5α-Cholest-8-Ene-7,11-Diol is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.