Description

5α-Cholestane-3β,4β,6α,8β,15α,16β,26-Heptaol CAS NO 93368-88-8 is a highly functionalized sterol derivative characterized by its unique polyhydroxylated structure. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate or reference standard in sophisticated organic synthesis and analytical research. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in steroid chemistry, drug discovery, and the development of bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and bioactive compounds.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for method development, calibration, and quality control in HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic analyses within pharmaceutical and research settings.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating sterol metabolism, enzyme inhibition, and structure-activity relationships (SAR) due to its specific hydroxylation pattern.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the production of specialized chiral compounds and complex natural product analogs.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for synthetic organic chemistry projects and the exploration of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Cholestane-3β,4β,6α,8β,15α,16β,26-Heptaol
CAS No.	93368-88-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₈O₇
Molecular Weight	484.67 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Cholestane-3β,4β,6α,8β,15α,16β,26-heptol; Cholestane-3,4,6,8,15,16,26-heptaol, (3β,4β,5α,6α,8β,15α,16β)-; 3β,4β,6α,8β,15α,16β,26-Heptahydroxy-5α-cholestane; 5α-Cholestane-3β,4β,6α,8β,15α,16β,26-heptaol
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Quality Control

Our 5α-Cholestane-3β,4β,6α,8β,15α,16β,26-Heptaol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (NMR, MS), to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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