Description

4α-Methyl-5α-Cholestan-3-One is a high-purity steroidal ketone of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate for the development of novel steroid derivatives and bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical development laboratories, and fine chemical manufacturers requiring precise and reliable building blocks for complex molecular construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthetic precursor in the research and development of novel steroid-based therapeutics and hormone analogs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reference compound in metabolic pathway studies and sterol biosynthesis research.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral building block for the construction of complex natural products and specialized chemical libraries.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for the synthesis of liquid crystals or other advanced organic materials with specific steroidal frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	4α-Methyl-5α-Cholestan-3-One
CAS No.	984-87-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₄₈O
Molecular Weight	400.68 g/mol
Synonyms	4α-Methyl-5α-cholestan-3-one; 3-Cholestanone, 4-methyl-, (4α,5α)-; 4-Methyl-5α-cholestan-3-one; 5α-Cholestan-3-one, 4α-methyl-; NSC 61731; 4-Methylcholestan-3-one
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Quality Control

Our 4α-Methyl-5α-Cholestan-3-One is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and spectroscopic data is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Specified range provided on COA
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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