Description

5β-Cholestane-3α,7α,12α,25,26,27-Hexaol is a high-purity, polyhydroxylated sterol derivative of significant interest in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and synthetic intermediate for studying bile acid metabolism and related enzymatic pathways. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors requiring precise, high-quality biochemical tools.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the quality control and validation of analytical methods in drug development.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a key intermediate or substrate in enzymatic studies related to steroid and bile acid biosynthesis.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Employed in research to investigate cholesterol catabolism and the formation of bile acids.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated building block for the synthesis of more complex steroidal compounds and novel drug candidates.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Utilized in the formulation of calibration standards for clinical diagnostic assays targeting sterol metabolites.

Basic Information

Product Name	5β-Cholestane-3α,7α,12α,25,26,27-Hexaol
CAS No.	63780-54-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₈O₆
Molecular Weight	468.67 g/mol
Synonyms	5β-Cholestane-3α,7α,12α,25,26,27-hexol; 3α,7α,12α,25,26,27-Hexahydroxy-5β-cholestane; 25,26,27-Trihydroxycholic acid derivative; 5β-Cholestanehexol
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5β-Cholestane-3α,7α,12α,25,26,27-Hexaol is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for high-purity biochemicals. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including results from HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, is provided with each shipment to guarantee identity, purity, and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept in a desiccated environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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