Description

(24S)-24-Methyl-5β-Cholestane-3β,5,6α,25-Tetraol is a high-purity, polyhydroxylated sterol 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 complex steroidal molecules with potential biological activity. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and specialty chemical manufacturers focused on steroid chemistry, drug discovery, and metabolic pathway analysis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel steroidal drugs and bioactive compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or probe in studies of cholesterol metabolism, lipid signaling, and enzyme mechanisms.
• Reference Material: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories (HPLC, LC-MS).
• Academic Synthesis: Employed in advanced organic chemistry research for developing new synthetic methodologies targeting complex polyhydroxylated sterols.
• Specialty Chemical Production: A precursor for manufacturing custom sterol derivatives with tailored properties for niche industrial applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	(24S)-24-Methyl-5β-Cholestane-3β,5,6α,25-Tetraol
CAS No.	56143-31-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₅₀O₄
Molecular Weight	450.70 g/mol
Synonyms	(24S)-24-Methylcholestane-3β,5,6α,25-tetrol; 24-Methyl-5β-cholestane-3β,5,6α,25-tetrol; 3β,5,6α,25-Tetrahydroxy-24-methyl-5β-cholestane; 24-Methyl-5β-cholestane-3β,5,6α,25-tetraol; 56143-31-8; (24S)-24-Methyl-5β-cholestane-3β,5,6α,25-tetraol; 24-Methylcholestane-3β,5,6α,25-tetrol (24S-isomer)
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Quality Control

Our (24S)-24-Methyl-5β-Cholestane-3β,5,6α,25-Tetraol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content	≤ 2.0% (KF)
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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