Description

5α-Cholestane-3β,6β,7α,15α,16β,26-Hexaol is a high-purity, polyhydroxylated sterol derivative with the CAS registry number 93368-84-4. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and advanced intermediate in the synthesis and analytical characterization of complex steroid molecules. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors who require precise, well-defined steroidal building blocks for drug development and metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration of analytical instruments (HPLC, GC-MS) and the qualification of steroidal APIs and metabolites.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a key intermediate or substrate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations related to cholesterol and bile acid synthesis.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated starting material or precursor for the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and bioactive molecules.
• Quality Control: Employed as an internal standard in pharmaceutical quality control laboratories to ensure the purity and identity of steroidal products.
• Academic Research: Utilized in universities and research institutes for studying steroid chemistry, molecular recognition, and structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Cholestane-3β,6β,7α,15α,16β,26-Hexaol
CAS No.	93368-84-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₈O₆
Molecular Weight	468.67 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Cholestane-3β,6β,7α,15α,16β,26-hexaol; Cholestane-3,6,7,15,16,26-hexol, (3β,5α,6β,7α,15α,16β)-; 3β,6β,7α,15α,16β,26-Hexahydroxy-5α-cholestane
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5α-Cholestane-3β,6β,7α,15α,16β,26-Hexaol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure the highest standards of purity and identity are consistently met. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your regulatory and research requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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