Description

5α-Cholest-2-Ene-2-Methanethiol Acetate is a high-purity, functionalized 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 bioactive molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and life science applications. 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 synthon for the research and development of novel steroidal drugs and therapeutic agents.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Utilized in the synthesis of chemical probes and bioconjugates for biochemical and cellular studies due to its thioacetate functionality.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for designing sterol-based liquid crystals or advanced polymeric materials with specific self-assembly properties.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and impurity profiling.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in exploratory organic synthesis to develop new catalytic methodologies or construct complex natural product analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Cholest-2-Ene-2-Methanethiol Acetate
CAS No.	55283-36-8
Molecular Formula	C₃₀H₅₀O₂S
Molecular Weight	466.78 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Acetylthio)methyl]-5α-cholest-2-ene; Cholest-2-ene-2-methanethiol, acetate (5α-); 5α-Cholest-2-en-2-ylmethanethiol acetate; 2-(Acetylthiomethyl)-5α-cholest-2-ene; (5α)-2-[(Acetylthio)methyl]cholest-2-ene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5α-Cholest-2-Ene-2-Methanethiol Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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