Description

Cholest-4-En-3,6-Dione is a key steroidal dione derivative with the CAS number 984-84-9. This compound serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate and reference standard in the research and development of pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for applications ranging from steroid synthesis to metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A vital building block in the synthesis of complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and hormone analogs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or substrate in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and receptor binding assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized steroidal compounds for material science and advanced chemical research.
• Analytical Standard: Serves as a high-purity calibration standard for analytical methods such as HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholest-4-En-3,6-Dione
CAS No.	984-84-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₂O₂
Molecular Weight	398.63 g/mol
Synonyms	3,6-Cholestanedione; Cholest-4-ene-3,6-dione; 3,6-Dioxocholest-4-ene; 4-Cholestene-3,6-dione; NSC 6135; 5-Cholestene-3,6-dione; (5β)-Cholestane-3,6-dione
EINECS	213-571-8

Quality Control

Our Cholest-4-En-3,6-Dione is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification (IR, NMR), purity assay (HPLC), and impurity profiling to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with stated specifications.

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). 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
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.