Description

(5β,7α)-7-Hydroxy-3-Oxo-Chol-1-En-24-Oic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetic steroid derivative with a defined stereochemistry. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily required by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel therapeutic agents and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of steroidal drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and a probe in metabolic pathway and enzyme inhibition studies.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a chiral building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry.
• Process Development: Employed in scaling up and optimizing synthetic routes for steroid-based compounds in pilot and commercial production.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5β,7α)-7-Hydroxy-3-Oxo-Chol-1-En-24-Oic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	99598-06-8
Molecular Formula	C25H38O4
Molecular Weight	402.57 g/mol
Synonyms	7α-Hydroxy-3-oxochol-1-en-24-oic acid methyl ester; Methyl 7α-hydroxy-3-oxochol-1-en-24-oate; 7α-Hydroxy-3-oxo-1-cholen-24-oic acid methyl ester; (5β,7α)-7-Hydroxy-3-oxochol-1-en-24-oic acid methyl ester; 3-Oxo-7α-hydroxy-5β-chol-1-en-24-oic acid methyl ester; 7α-Hydroxy-3-oxo-5β-chol-1-en-24-oic acid methyl ester; 99598-06-8
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Quality Control

Our (5β,7α)-7-Hydroxy-3-Oxo-Chol-1-En-24-Oic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each 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). Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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