Description

Selenonorcholesterol is a specialized organoselenium compound of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research. Its unique structure, incorporating selenium into a steroidal framework, makes it a valuable tool for studying metabolic pathways and developing novel therapeutic agents. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector, particularly those focused on endocrinology, oncology, and advanced radiopharmaceutical development.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key intermediate or reference standard in the study of cholesterol metabolism and selenium's role in biological systems.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a precursor or active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents targeting specific metabolic disorders.
• Radiopharmaceuticals: Potential use as a precursor for the development of selenium-75 labeled compounds for diagnostic imaging and metabolic tracing.
• Reference Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories for method development, validation, and quality control of related steroid-based compounds.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Facilitates groundbreaking studies in universities and research institutes exploring new frontiers in steroid chemistry and organoselenium biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Selenonorcholesterol
CAS No.	63795-61-9
Molecular Formula	C27H46Se
Molecular Weight	449.62 g/mol
Synonyms	23-Selena-25-norcholest-5-en-3β-ol; 25-Nor-23-selenacholesterol; 23-Selenanorcholesterol; NSC 338243; Selenonor-cholesterol; 3β-Hydroxy-23-selena-25-norcholest-5-ene
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Quality Control

Our Selenonorcholesterol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting the specific results against our stringent internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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