Description

17-(7-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-Heptan-2-Yl)-10,13-Dimethyl-2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-Tetradecahydro-1H-Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthrene-3,7,12-Triol is a high-purity steroid derivative of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical research and synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for the development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in the fields of endocrinology and metabolic disease. Industrial and research chemists rely on this material for its defined structure and consistent quality to ensure the reproducibility of complex synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in studies of steroid hormone pathways and receptor interactions.
• Process Development: Serves as a starting material for scaling up the production of specialized steroid derivatives under GMP conditions.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for investigating new synthetic methodologies and biological activities.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A versatile chiral synthon for constructing complex molecular architectures in custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	17-(7-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-Heptan-2-Yl)-10,13-Dimethyl-2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-Tetradecahydro-1H-Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthrene-3,7,12-Triol
CAS No.	862-53-3
Molecular Formula	C27H46O4
Molecular Weight	434.66 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Hydroxycholesterol; 7α-Hydroxycholesterol; (3β,7α)-7-Hydroxycholest-5-en-3-ol; 5-Cholesten-3β,7α-diol; NSC 72187; 7α-Hydroxy-5-cholesten-3β-ol; 3β,7α-Dihydroxycholest-5-ene
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Quality Control

Our 17-(7-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-Heptan-2-Yl)-10,13-Dimethyl-2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-Tetradecahydro-1H-Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthrene-3,7,12-Triol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation. For long-term storage, keep the material in a cool, dry place away from oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%

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