Description

Cholest-8(14)-Ene-3,7-Diol is a high-purity steroidal diol compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its unique cholestane-based structure makes it a valuable intermediate for the development of novel bioactive molecules and fine chemicals. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and fine chemical manufacturers focused on steroid chemistry, drug discovery, and the synthesis of complex natural product derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral starting material for the production of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in exploratory chemistry for developing new synthetic methodologies and novel molecular architectures.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for advanced organic materials and liquid crystals due to its rigid steroidal framework.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholest-8(14)-Ene-3,7-Diol
CAS No.	69140-06-3
Molecular Formula	C27H46O2
Molecular Weight	402.66 g/mol
Synonyms	3β,7β-Dihydroxycholest-8(14)-ene; 5α-Cholest-8(14)-ene-3β,7β-diol; (3β,5α,7β)-Cholest-8(14)-ene-3,7-diol; 8(14)-Dehydro-7-hydroxycholesterol; 3,7-Dihydroxycholest-8(14)-ene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cholest-8(14)-Ene-3,7-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, and specifications can be aligned with client requirements for research or commercial use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.