Description

Cholestan-1-One is a high-purity steroidal ketone compound, identified by CAS number 55700-37-3. This specialized intermediate is critical for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research, offering a defined molecular scaffold for the development of novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in steroid chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and the synthesis of complex natural products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Serves as a core scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and the development of receptor modulators.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reference compound in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme interaction assays.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile intermediate for introducing the cholestane skeleton into more complex molecular architectures.
• Academic Research: Employed in universities and R&D labs for teaching and investigating advanced synthetic methodologies in steroid chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholestan-1-One
CAS No.	55700-37-3
Molecular Formula	C27H46O
Molecular Weight	386.66 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cholestanone; 5α-Cholestan-1-one; 1-Ketocholestane; 1-Oxocholestane; Cholestanone; NSC 9374; 5α-Cholestan-1-one (8CI)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cholestan-1-One 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, including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.