Description

5α-Ergosta-8(14),24(28)-Diene-3β-Ol is a high-purity sterol derivative, a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex steroid-based compounds. Its defined molecular structure makes it a valuable building block for research and development in advanced organic chemistry and pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound is essential for scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors requiring precise sterol scaffolds for novel drug discovery and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or starting material in metabolic pathway studies and sterol biosynthesis research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for creating complex organic molecules with specific stereochemistry in advanced synthetic chemistry.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated for its potential role as an intermediate in the development of plant sterol-based supplements and functional ingredients.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in universities and corporate R&D labs for method development and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Ergosta-8(14),24(28)-Diene-3β-Ol
CAS No.	72165-10-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₄₆O
Molecular Weight	398.67 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Ergosta-8(14),24(28)-dien-3β-ol; 3β-Hydroxy-5α-ergosta-8(14),24(28)-diene; 5α-Ergosta-8,24(28)-dien-3β-ol (incorrect numbering variant); Ergosta-8(14),24(28)-diene-3β-ol, 5α-; (3β,5α)-Ergosta-8(14),24(28)-dien-3-ol; 5α-Ergostadienol; δ8(14),24(28)-Ergostadien-3β-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5α-Ergosta-8(14),24(28)-Diene-3β-Ol is produced 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 purity, identity, and impurity profiles, verified by analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. We support cGMP and ISO compliant manufacturing for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability. For long-term storage, consider inert gas purging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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