Description

Dihydrocholesterol-3-Sulfate Sodium is a high-purity, water-soluble sterol sulfate derivative of significant biochemical interest. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and intermediate in advanced research and development, particularly for studying lipid metabolism and enzyme activity. It is essential for pharmaceutical R&D, diagnostic reagent formulation, and academic research in biochemistry and endocrinology.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development, validation, and quality control in drug discovery and manufacturing.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays to study sulfatase and other enzymes involved in steroid metabolism pathways.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the development and calibration of clinical diagnostic kits for measuring sterol sulfate levels in biological samples.
• Lipidomics & Metabolomics: A key analytical standard for the identification and quantification of sterol sulfates in complex biological matrices using LC-MS/MS and other techniques.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies on cell signaling, membrane biology, and the role of sulfated sterols.
• Cosmeceutical R&D: Investigated for potential applications in skin care formulations due to the bioactive properties of sterol derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dihydrocholesterol-3-Sulfate Sodium
CAS No.	56816-66-1
Molecular Formula	C27H47NaO4S
Molecular Weight	490.72 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Dihydrocholesterol Sulfate; 5α-Cholestan-3β-ol Sulfate Sodium Salt; Cholestanol Sulfate Sodium Salt; 3β-Sulfooxy-5α-cholestane Sodium Salt; Dihydrocholesterol Sodium Sulfate; NSC 113991; Sodium 3β-sulfonatooxy-5α-cholestane; 5α-Cholestan-3β-yl Sulfate Sodium Salt
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Quality Control

Every batch of Dihydrocholesterol-3-Sulfate Sodium is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) including results from HPLC, NMR, and MS is supplied with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider desiccation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%

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