Description

4,4-Dimethyl-3-[(Phenylmethyl)Thio]-5α-Cholest-2-Ene is a high-purity, steroidal organic compound featuring a benzylthio substituent, which is critical for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a valuable key intermediate and research chemical for developing novel bioactive molecules and fine chemicals. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to innovate within steroidal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the research and synthesis of novel steroidal drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generation plant growth regulators or pesticides with specific steroidal backbones.
• Biochemical Probe: Serves as a specialized reagent in biochemical research to study enzyme interactions and receptor binding mechanisms.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis for creating complex molecules in academic and industrial settings.
• Material Science Precursor: Investigated for the development of specialized organic materials and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4,4-Dimethyl-3-[(Phenylmethyl)Thio]-5α-Cholest-2-Ene
CAS No.	69841-47-0
Molecular Formula	C₃₆H₅₆S
Molecular Weight	520.90 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Benzylthio)-4,4-dimethyl-5α-cholest-2-ene; 5α-Cholest-2-ene-3-thiol, 4,4-dimethyl-, S-phenylmethyl derivative; 4,4-Dimethyl-3-(phenylmethylthio)-5α-cholest-2-ene; 69841-47-0; 3-Benzylsulfanyl-4,4-dimethyl-5α-cholest-2-ene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4-Dimethyl-3-[(Phenylmethyl)Thio]-5α-Cholest-2-Ene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting R&D and production standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.