Description

17Beta(H),21Beta(H)-22Rs-Trishomohopane is a high-purity, triterpenoid biomarker compound belonging to the hopane class. This compound is of significant value in geochemical and environmental research for its use as a stable molecular fossil in petroleum and sediment analysis. It serves as a critical reference standard for analytical laboratories and research institutions engaged in biomarker studies, oil-source rock correlation, and environmental forensics. Our supply ensures the reliability and consistency required for precise scientific measurement.

Application

• Geochemical Biomarker Analysis: Used as a key internal or external standard in gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) for the identification and quantification of hopanoids in crude oils, rock extracts, and sediments.
• Petroleum Exploration & Correlation: Essential for maturity and source facies assessments, aiding in oil-oil and oil-source rock correlation studies to understand petroleum systems.
• Environmental Forensics: Employed in tracing the source and weathering of petroleum hydrocarbons in contaminated soils and waters following spills or leaks.
• Organic Geochemistry Research: A vital reagent in academic and industrial research for studying diagenesis, catagenesis, and the biogeochemical cycling of organic matter.
• Reference Standard Manufacturing: Sourced by chemical suppliers and manufacturers to produce certified reference materials (CRMs) and analytical standards for the laboratory market.

Basic Information

Product Name	17Beta(H),21Beta(H)-22Rs-Trishomohopane
CAS No.	71629-80-6
Molecular Formula	C33H58
Molecular Weight	454.82 g/mol
Synonyms	22R-17β(H),21β(H)-Trishomohopane; 17β(H),21β(H)-30-Norhopane; 22R-17β(H),21β(H)-30-Norhopane; C33 17β(H),21β(H)-Hopane; 30-Norhopane (22R); Trisnorhopane; Geochemical Biomarker C33; Hopane TR
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Quality Control

Every batch of 17Beta(H),21Beta(H)-22Rs-Trishomohopane is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR, to confirm identity and ensure high chemical purity suitable for use as an analytical standard. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting batch-specific results.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (GC-MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Purity (GC)	≥ 95% (Area %)

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