Description

7-Oxocholest-5-En-3-β-Yl Acetate is a high-purity steroidal intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the research and development of novel pharmaceutical agents and bioactive molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and fine chemical manufacturers specializing in steroid chemistry, hormone analog development, and metabolic pathway studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex steroid-based drugs and therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic studies and enzymatic research related to cholesterol and its derivatives.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to construct more complex molecular architectures with specific biological activity.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in exploratory chemistry for developing new synthetic methodologies and novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Oxocholest-5-En-3-β-Yl Acetate
CAS No.	809-51-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₉H₄₈O₃
Molecular Weight	444.70 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Ketocholesteryl Acetate; 3β-Acetoxy-5-cholesten-7-one; Cholest-5-en-3β-ol-7-one, acetate; 7-Oxocholest-5-en-3-yl acetate; 7-Ketocholesterol 3-acetate; (3β)-3-(Acetyloxy)cholest-5-en-7-one; 5-Cholesten-3β-ol-7-one acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Oxocholest-5-En-3-β-Yl Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications for every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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