Description

Cholestane, 4,5-Epoxy-, (4Alpha,5Alpha)- is a high-purity steroidal epoxide derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its defined stereochemistry and reactive epoxide functionality make it a valuable building block for developing novel therapeutic agents and complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors requiring precise, high-quality synthetic intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or precursor in the synthesis of steroid-based drugs and bioactive molecules.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme interaction research related to cholesterol and its derivatives.
• Organic Synthesis: Valuable building block for constructing complex steroidal frameworks and exploring novel chemical reactions due to its reactive epoxide group.
• Reference Standard: Serves as an analytical standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Material Science Research: Potential precursor for synthesizing specialized polymers or liquid crystals with unique properties derived from the steroidal backbone.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholestane, 4,5-Epoxy-, (4Alpha,5Alpha)-
CAS No.	6079-19-2
Molecular Formula	C27H46O
Molecular Weight	386.66 g/mol
Synonyms	4α,5α-Epoxycholestane; (4α,5α)-4,5-Epoxycholestane; 4,5α-Epoxy-5α-cholestane; 5α-Cholestane, 4α,5-epoxy-; 4,5-Epoxycholestane (4α,5α-isomer); Cholestane 4,5-epoxide (alpha isomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cholestane, 4,5-Epoxy-, (4Alpha,5Alpha)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. 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 Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 away from strong oxidizing agents.

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%

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