Description

2β-(Dimethylamino)-5α-Cholestan-3-One is a high-purity steroidal intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the research and development of novel pharmaceutical agents and bioactive molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of steroidal drugs and hormone analogs.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new synthetic pathways and studying steroidal chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized building block for creating high-value, complex organic molecules.
• Biochemical Research: Potential use as a tool compound in biochemical assays and receptor binding studies related to steroidal pathways.
• Process Chemistry: Employed in the scale-up and optimization of synthetic routes for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2β-(Dimethylamino)-5α-Cholestan-3-One
CAS No.	54725-09-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₉H₅₁NO
Molecular Weight	429.73 g/mol
Synonyms	2β-(Dimethylamino)-5α-cholestan-3-one; 5α-Cholestan-3-one, 2β-(dimethylamino)-; 2β-Dimethylamino-5α-cholestan-3-one; (2β,5α)-2-(Dimethylamino)cholestan-3-one; 2-Dimethylamino-5α-cholestan-3β-ol-3-one (related); Steroidal amine ketone intermediate
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Quality Control

Our 2β-(Dimethylamino)-5α-Cholestan-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request 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 place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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