Description

Cholestane-3,27-Diol is a high-purity steroidal diol compound of significant interest in advanced research and development. This specialized intermediate is valued for its defined chemical structure, which serves as a critical building block in synthetic organic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, academic research institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers for applications in steroid synthesis, metabolic pathway studies, and as a reference standard.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel steroidal drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or probe in metabolic studies, enzyme inhibition assays, and receptor binding research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for the synthesis of complex steroidal molecules and derivatives with modified biological activity.
• Analytical Standard: Employed as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development and validation in quality control laboratories.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for studying steroid chemistry, biosynthesis pathways, and structure-activity relationships (SAR).

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholestane-3,27-Diol
CAS No.	72843-39-1
Molecular Formula	C27H48O2
Molecular Weight	404.67 g/mol
Synonyms	3,27-Dihydroxycholestane; Cholestane-3α,27-diol; (3α,5β)-Cholestane-3,27-diol; 27-Hydroxycholesterol (dihydrogenated analog); 5β-Cholestane-3α,27-diol; Steroidal diol C27
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cholestane-3,27-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 support compliance with research and development standards, and specifications can be aligned with customer-specific requirements for advanced applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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