Description

Cholestane-3,5,6-Triol, 7-Bromo-, 3,5-Diacetate is a high-purity, functionalized sterol derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a critical synthetic intermediate or reference standard for the development of novel bioactive molecules, particularly in steroid chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of new therapeutic agents, diagnostic tools, and complex chemical probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel steroid-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or precursor in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral starting material for the preparation of complex, poly-functionalized steroidal frameworks.
• Academic Research: Employed in universities and R&D labs for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry projects.
• Chemical Probe Development: Utilized to create labeled or modified sterols for investigating biological membrane interactions and signaling pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholestane-3,5,6-Triol, 7-Bromo-, 3,5-Diacetate
CAS No.	97154-63-7
Molecular Formula	C₃₁H₅₁BrO₅
Molecular Weight	583.65 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Bromocholestane-3,5,6-triol 3,5-diacetate; 7-Bromo-5-cholestene-3,5,6-triol 3,5-diacetate; 7-Bromo-3,5-diacetoxycholestane-6-ol; 7-Bromo-3,5-diacetoxy-5-cholestene-6-ol; 7-Bromo-5-cholestene-3β,5,6β-triol 3,5-diacetate; 7-Bromo-3β,5-diacetoxycholestan-6β-ol
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Quality Control

Our Cholestane-3,5,6-Triol, 7-Bromo-, 3,5-Diacetate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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