Description

3-[(6-Iodohexyl)Oxy]-(3B)-Cholest-5-Ene is a high-purity, functionalized sterol derivative designed for advanced research and synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which combines a cholesterol backbone with a reactive iodohexyloxy linker, making it a critical intermediate for creating novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily sought by researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, and advanced materials sectors for applications in drug discovery, bioconjugation, and the development of liquid crystal systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel steroidal drugs and targeted therapeutic agents.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: The iodohexyl chain acts as a versatile handle for attaching fluorescent tags, affinity labels, or other functional groups to biomolecules for diagnostic and research purposes.
• Liquid Crystal Research: Used in the development and study of advanced sterol-based liquid crystalline materials for display and sensor technologies.
• Chemical Biology Tool: Employed to study membrane biology, protein-sterol interactions, and cellular signaling pathways due to its modified cholesterol structure.
• Material Science Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized polymers or surface modifiers with unique self-assembly properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(6-Iodohexyl)Oxy]-(3B)-Cholest-5-Ene
CAS No.	68354-86-9
Molecular Formula	C₃₃H₅₇IO
Molecular Weight	620.71 g/mol
Synonyms	3β-[(6-Iodohexyl)oxy]cholest-5-ene; Cholest-5-en-3β-ol, 3-[(6-iodohexyl)oxy]-; 3β-(6-Iodohexyloxy)cholest-5-ene; (3β)-3-[(6-Iodohexyl)oxy]cholest-5-ene; 3-(6-Iodohexyloxy)cholest-5-ene; 3-Iodohexyloxycholesterol (common name); 6-Iodohexyl cholesterol ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-[(6-Iodohexyl)Oxy]-(3B)-Cholest-5-Ene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with all shipments, detailing the specific results for your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 light-sensitive nature, the material should be handled under subdued lighting and stored in amber glass or opaque containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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