Description

Cholesteryl Ethyl Ether CAS NO 986-19-6 is a high-purity, synthetic sterol ether derivative of cholesterol. This compound is valued for its role as a critical intermediate and a model compound in advanced lipid research and pharmaceutical development. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications ranging from membrane studies to the synthesis of more complex bioactive molecules.

Application

• Lipid Bilayer & Membrane Research: Used as a model compound to study membrane fluidity, permeability, and the behavior of sterols in artificial lipid bilayers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthetic building block in the research and development of novel steroidal drugs and therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Reagent: Employed in biochemical assays and as a standard in analytical methods like HPLC and GC for lipid analysis and quantification.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for quality control and method validation in analytical laboratories.
• Material Science: Investigated for potential use in the development of liquid crystals and other advanced organic materials due to its steroidal structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholesteryl Ethyl Ether
CAS No.	986-19-6
Molecular Formula	C29H50O
Molecular Weight	414.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Cholesterol ethyl ether; 5-Cholesten-3β-ol, ethyl ether; 3β-Ethoxycholest-5-ene; Ethyl cholesteryl ether; NSC 6175; Ethoxy-5-cholestene; 5-Cholesten-3-ol, 3-ethyl ether, (3β)-; Cholest-5-en-3β-ol ethyl ether
EINECS	213-585-8

Quality Control

Our Cholesteryl Ethyl Ether is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light. It is also easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping the container under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.