Description

Ergostanol is a sterol derivative of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard in the synthesis and analysis of more complex steroidal molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical development laboratories, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in steroid chemistry, metabolic studies, and the production of high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthetic pathways for novel steroidal drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or probe in studies of sterol metabolism, membrane biology, and enzyme function.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: An important precursor in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural products and specialty organic compounds.
• Nutritional Science: Employed in research related to plant sterols, their derivatives, and metabolic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ergostanol
CAS No.	6538-02-9
Molecular Formula	C28H50O
Molecular Weight	402.70 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Ergostan-3β-ol; Dihydroergosterol; Ergostan-3β-ol; (3β)-Ergostanol; 24β-Methylcholestanol; 24-Methyl-5α-cholestan-3β-ol; NSC 9894
EINECS	229-452-3

Quality Control

Our Ergostanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification (IR, NMR), purity assay (HPLC), and impurity profiling to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

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 product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
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.