Description

3β-Acetyloxy-5α-Cholest-7-En-6-One is a high-purity steroidal intermediate of significant importance in pharmaceutical research and synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the development of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by R&D laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the synthesis of complex steroid molecules for drug discovery and development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of complex steroid-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for investigating new synthetic pathways and biological activities of steroidal compounds.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized building block for creating custom steroidal derivatives with modified biological properties.
• Reference Standard: Can be utilized as an analytical standard for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3β-Acetyloxy-5α-Cholest-7-En-6-One
CAS No.	988-19-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₉H₄₆O₃
Molecular Weight	442.68 g/mol
Synonyms	3β-Acetoxy-5α-cholest-7-en-6-one; 3β-Acetoxy-5α-cholest-7-en-6-one; Cholest-7-en-6-one, 3-(acetyloxy)-, (3β,5α)-; 3β-Acetyloxy-5α-cholest-7-en-6-one; 5α-Cholest-7-en-6-one, 3β-acetate; 3β-Acetoxy-5α-cholest-7-en-6-one (6CI); (3β,5α)-3-(Acetyloxy)cholest-7-en-6-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3β-Acetyloxy-5α-Cholest-7-En-6-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to confirm identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to prevent oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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