Description

5,12β-Dihydroxy-5α-Ergost-25-Ene-3,6-Dione is a high-purity, steroidal ergostane derivative of significant interest in advanced research and development. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard for the synthesis and study of novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, biotechnology firms, and academic institutions focused on steroid chemistry and drug discovery. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for your most demanding projects.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and probe in studies of sterol biosynthesis, enzyme inhibition, and metabolic pathways.
• Analytical Standard: Serves as a high-purity calibration standard for analytical methods such as HPLC and LC-MS in quality control and research laboratories.
• Academic & Discovery Chemistry: A valuable starting material for medicinal chemistry programs exploring new chemical entities with potential biological activity.
• Life Science Reagent: Employed in cell culture studies and assays investigating the role of specific sterol structures in biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,12β-Dihydroxy-5α-Ergost-25-Ene-3,6-Dione
CAS No.	56052-99-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₄₂O₄
Molecular Weight	442.64 g/mol
Synonyms	5,12β-Dihydroxy-5α-ergost-25-ene-3,6-dione; 5α-Ergost-25-ene-3,6-dione, 5,12β-dihydroxy-; (5α,12β)-5,12-Dihydroxyergost-25-ene-3,6-dione; Ergostane-3,6-dione derivative; Steroidal diketone; 56052-99-4 (CAS); 5,12-Dihydroxyergost-25-ene-3,6-dione
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Quality Control

Our 5,12β-Dihydroxy-5α-Ergost-25-Ene-3,6-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by chromatography, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and development use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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