Description

3,7,12-Trioxo-5β-Cholestan-26-Oic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetic steroid derivative with a defined oxo-cholestane backbone. This compound is a critical intermediate for advanced pharmaceutical research and the synthesis of bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries.

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 or precursor in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral template for constructing complex molecular architectures in organic chemistry.
• Hormone Analog Development: Employed in research focused on developing new hormone receptor modulators and analogs.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3,7,12-Trioxo-5β-Cholestan-26-Oic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	56247-73-5
Molecular Formula	C28H42O5
Molecular Weight	458.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3,7,12-trioxo-5β-cholan-24-oate; Methyl 3,7,12-trioxocholanoate; 5β-Cholan-24-oic acid, 3,7,12-trioxo-, methyl ester; Methyl 3,7,12-trioxo-5β-cholestan-26-oate; 3,7,12-Trioxocholanic acid methyl ester; 3,7,12-Trioxo-5β-cholanic acid methyl ester; 5β-Cholestan-26-oic acid, 3,7,12-trioxo-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,7,12-Trioxo-5β-Cholestan-26-Oic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.