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5-α-Cholestane

SKU 90036378 CAS 481-21-0 Available on enquiry

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5-α-Cholestane is a steroidal hydrocarbon used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry and steroid metabolism studies. It is a structural analog of cholesterol with a saturated A-ring. Available in high purity, it is commonly used in mass spectrometry and chromatography applications. Catalogue details: CAS 481-21-0, molecular formula C27H48, molecular weight 372.66 g/mol. Molekula supplies 5-α-Cholestane from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90036378
CAS Number: 481-21-0
IUPAC Name: (5R,8R,9S,10S,13R,14S,17R)-10,13-dimethyl-17-[(2R)-6-methylheptan-2-yl]-2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-tetradecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthrene
EC Number: 207-562-8
Exact Mass: 372.3756
SMILES: C[C@H](CCCC(C)C)[C@H]1CC[C@@H]2[C@@]1(CC[C@H]3[C@H]2CC[C@@H]4[C@@]3(CCCC4)C)C
InChIKey: XIIAYQZJNBULGD-XWLABEFZSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C27H48/c1-19(2)9-8-10-20(3)23-14-15-24-22-13-12-21-11-6-7-17-26(21,4)25(22)16-18-27(23,24)5/h19-25H,6-18H2,1-5H3/t20-,21-,22+,23-,24+,25+,26+,27-/m1/s1
PubChem CID: 2723895

Synonyms

(20R)-5?(H),14?(H),17?(H)-Cholestane
10,13-Dimethyl-17-(1',5'-dimethylhexyl)-hexadecahydrocyclopenta(a)phenanthrene
28,29,30-Trinorlanostane
5-I+/--cholestane
5alpha-Cholestane
alpha-Cholestane
Cholestane
Cholestane, (5alpha)-

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point: 80 - 80.5 °C

Source: PubChem CID 2723895 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))

Frequently asked questions

What is 5-α-Cholestane used for?

5-α-Cholestane is primarily used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry and as a structural analog in steroid research.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 5-α-Cholestane?

The chemical formula is C27H48, and the molecular weight is 372.66 g/mol.

How should 5-α-Cholestane be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture; keep tightly sealed when not in use.

What grade is available for 5-α-Cholestane?

Available in analytical grade, suitable for research and quality control applications.

Can Molekula supply 5-α-Cholestane in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply 5-α-Cholestane in bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a purchase of 5-α-Cholestane?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.