Molekula
Cholesterol
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Cholesterol is a sterol lipid essential for cell membrane structure and a precursor for steroid hormones and bile acids. It is used in biochemical research, pharmaceutical development, and lipid metabolism studies. It also serves as an emulsifying agent in pharmaceutical and skin-care formulations and as a starting material for steroid synthesis. Available with CAS number 57-88-5, molecular formula C27H46O, and molecular weight 386.65 g/mol. Stored at 2 to 8 °C. Molekula supplies Cholesterol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
Need a different size? Add the nearest pack and change the size in your basket — we price it at the same rate per unit.
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100 g — £62.30 per pack ex VAT · £74.76 inc. VAT
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500 g — £249.20 per pack ex VAT · £299.04 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 145.0 °C - 150.0 °C |
| Grade | EP Specification |
| Specific rotation | (-34°)-(-38°) |
| Identification | Conforms to Reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.3% |
| Solubility | No sediment and turbidity |
| Acidity | ≤0.3 ml |
| Residue | ≤0.1% |
| Assay (Anhydrous) | Conforms |
| Properties | White or similar sheet crystal or powder,dissolve easily in diethyl, chloroform and acetone,slight dissolution in alcohol and no dissolution in water |
| Cholesterol Content | ≥97.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or faintly yellow pearly granules or crystals |
| Odour | Almost odorless |
| Melting Point | 148.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 360 °C |
| Water Solubility | 0.095 mg/L at 30 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Moderately soluble in hot alcohol; soluble in benzene, oils, fats and aq solns of bile salts |
Source: PubChem CID 5997 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 13575167 |
| CAS Number | 57-88-5 |
| IUPAC Name | (3S,8S,9S,10R,13R,14S,17R)-10,13-dimethyl-17-[(2R)-6-methylheptan-2-yl]-2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-ol |
| EC Number | 200-353-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C27H46O |
| Molecular Weight | 386.65 |
| Exact Mass | 386.3549 |
| SMILES | C[C@H](CCCC(C)C)[C@H]1CC[C@@H]2[C@@]1(CC[C@H]3[C@H]2CC=C4[C@@]3(CC[C@@H](C4)O)C)C |
| InChIKey | HVYWMOMLDIMFJA-DPAQBDIFSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C27H46O/c1-18(2)7-6-8-19(3)23-11-12-24-22-10-9-20-17-21(28)13-15-26(20,4)25(22)14-16-27(23,24)5/h9,18-19,21-25,28H,6-8,10-17H2,1-5H3/t19-,21+,22+,23-,24+,25+,26+,27-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5997 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| Tariff Code | 29061310 EXP 2906131000 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Cholest-5-en-3beta-ol
- Cholesterin
- Cholesterine
- Cholesteryl alcohol
- Cholestrin
- Cholestrol
- Cordulan
- Dusoline
- Dusoran
- Dythol
Frequently asked questions
What is cholesterol used for?
Cholesterol is commonly used in research applications, including cell membrane studies, lipid metabolism research, and as a component in liposome formulations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cholesterol?
The chemical formula of cholesterol is C27H46O, and its molecular weight is 386.65 g/mol.
How should cholesterol be stored?
Cholesterol should be stored at 2 to 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of cholesterol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies cholesterol in research grade, suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply cholesterol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply cholesterol in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a cholesterol order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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