Description

4-Methyl-2,3-Secocholestane-2,3-Diol is a high-purity, specialized steroidal diol derivative. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research, particularly for the development of novel steroid-based therapeutics. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors requiring precise, structurally-defined building blocks for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel steroid-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or probe in metabolic pathway studies and receptor binding assays related to sterol function.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral precursor for the production of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and advanced materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in method development and exploratory chemistry for creating new molecular entities with potential biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-2,3-Secocholestane-2,3-Diol
CAS No.	95237-33-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₅₀O₂
Molecular Weight	418.70 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2,3-secocholestane-2,3-diol; 2,3-Secocholestane-2,3-diol, 4-methyl-; (3R,5S,8R,9S,10S,13R,14S,17R)-4,4,13,14-Tetramethyl-17-((R)-6-methylheptan-2-yl)-2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17-hexadecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthrene-2,3-diol; Steroidal diol intermediate; 4-Methyl-secocholestanediol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-2,3-Secocholestane-2,3-Diol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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