Description

[20R,24S,(+)]-20,25-Epoxy-16β,24-Dihydroxylanosta-8-Ene-3-One CAS NO 96888-52-7 is a high-purity, steroidal lanostane derivative characterized by its specific epoxy and dihydroxy functional groups. This compound is of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical research and development due to its complex molecular architecture, which serves as a key intermediate or reference standard for synthesizing novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily sought by research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in steroid chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and the development of new therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex steroid-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control (QC) and research & development (R&D) laboratories for method development, validation, and compound identification via HPLC, LC-MS, or NMR.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Employed as a core scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to explore and optimize biological activity for various therapeutic targets.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in studies investigating enzyme interactions, metabolic pathways, or receptor binding activities related to steroidal compounds.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized starting material for the custom synthesis of novel derivatives and analogs in contract research and manufacturing.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	[20R,24S,(+)]-20,25-Epoxy-16β,24-Dihydroxylanosta-8-Ene-3-One
CAS No.	96888-52-7
Molecular Formula	C30H48O4
Molecular Weight	472.71 g/mol
Synonyms	(20R,24S)-20,25-Epoxy-16β,24-dihydroxylanosta-8-en-3-one; 20,25-Epoxy-16β,24-dihydroxylanosta-8-en-3-one; Lanosta-8-ene-3-one, 20,25-epoxy-16,24-dihydroxy-, (16β,20R,24S)-; 96888-52-7; (+)-[20R,24S]-20,25-Epoxy-16β,24-dihydroxylanosta-8-en-3-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [20R,24S,(+)]-20,25-Epoxy-16β,24-Dihydroxylanosta-8-Ene-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and specific tests for residual solvents and moisture content to ensure compliance with research-grade standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are 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 should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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