Description

trans-3-Methyl-4,5-Dihydrocholanthrene-4,5-Diol is a high-purity, synthetic polycyclic aromatic diol derivative. This compound is valued as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile research-grade building block for complex organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel compounds and fine-tuning molecular properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in research and development for constructing polycyclic aromatic systems and introducing specific stereochemistry.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating enzyme interactions, receptor binding, and metabolic pathways involving sterol-like structures.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) for method development and quality control.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-3-Methyl-4,5-Dihydrocholanthrene-4,5-Diol
CAS No.	68688-85-7
Molecular Formula	C21H22O2
Molecular Weight	306.40 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-4,5-dihydrocholanthrene-4,5-diol (trans-); trans-3-Methylcholanthrene-4,5-dihydrodiol; 4,5-Dihydro-3-methylcholanthrene-4,5-diol; 3-MCA-4,5-diol; Bay-region dihydrodiol of 3-Methylcholanthrene; 3-Methylcholanthrene trans-4,5-dihydrodiol; (+/-)-trans-3-Methylcholanthrene-4,5-dihydrodiol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our trans-3-Methyl-4,5-Dihydrocholanthrene-4,5-Diol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets exacting research and pharmaceutical-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound 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)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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