Description

(24S)-Methylcholest-8(14)-Ene CAS NO 6673-69-4 is a high-purity, synthetic sterol derivative characterized by its specific methylated structure at the 24-position. This compound is a critical intermediate in the synthesis of more complex steroid molecules and serves as a valuable reference standard for analytical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies engaged in steroid chemistry, metabolic pathway studies, and the production of specialized bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for method development, calibration, and quality control in HPLC, GC-MS, and other chromatographic analyses within analytical laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating cholesterol biosynthesis pathways, enzyme inhibition, and sterol metabolism in biological systems.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral starting material or intermediate for synthesizing complex natural products and specialized organic molecules.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential use in the development of advanced liquid crystals or functional organic materials due to its rigid steroidal backbone.

Basic Information

Product Name	(24S)-Methylcholest-8(14)-Ene
CAS No.	6673-69-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₄₈
Molecular Weight	384.69 g/mol
Synonyms	(24S)-24-Methylcholesta-8(14)-ene; 24S-Methylcholest-8(14)-ene; (24ξ)-24-Methylcholesta-8(14)-ene; 24-Methylcholest-8(14)-ene; Cholest-8(14)-ene, 24-methyl-, (24S)-; 5α-Cholest-8(14)-en-3β-ol, 24-methyl-; 24-Methyl-5α-cholest-8(14)-en-3β-ol
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Quality Control

Every batch of (24S)-Methylcholest-8(14)-Ene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure compliance with exacting standards for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment; consider storage under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation of quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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