Description

(24R)-5α-Lanost-8-Ene-2α,3β,24,25-Tetraol CAS NO 64971-21-7 is a high-purity, tetra-substituted lanostane derivative, a key intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive steroids and triterpenoids. Its defined stereochemistry and multiple hydroxyl groups make it a valuable scaffold for pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries for developing novel therapeutic agents and studying structure-activity relationships.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral building block for the synthesis of novel steroid-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and precursor in studies of lanostane biosynthesis, enzyme inhibition, and metabolic pathways.
• Nutraceutical Development: Serves as a starting material for the development of high-value, plant-derived sterol supplements.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in complex organic synthesis to create analogs for drug discovery and medicinal chemistry programs.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for chemical education and advanced research in natural product chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(24R)-5α-Lanost-8-Ene-2α,3β,24,25-Tetraol
CAS No.	64971-21-7
Molecular Formula	C30H52O4
Molecular Weight	476.74 g/mol
Synonyms	(24R)-Lanost-8-ene-2α,3β,24,25-tetrol; 2α,3β,24,25-Tetrahydroxylanost-8-ene; 24,25-Dihydroxylanosterol; 24R,25-Dihydroxylanosterol; 5α-Lanost-8-ene-2α,3β,24R,25-tetrol; Lanost-8-ene-2α,3β,24,25-tetrol, (24R)-; 24(R),25-Dihydroxy-5α-lanost-8-en-3β-ol
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Quality Control

Our (24R)-5α-Lanost-8-Ene-2α,3β,24,25-Tetraol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 98.0% (24R)
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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