Molekula
Cholesterol (Polypep.) Pharma. Grade
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Cholesterol (Polypep.) Pharma. Grade is a naturally occurring sterol essential for cell membrane structure, bile acid synthesis, and hormone production, widely used in pharmaceutical formulations, nutritional supplements, and research applications. It serves as an emulsifying agent in pharmaceutical and skin-care preparations, a cosmetic ingredient, and a starting material for steroid syntheses involving microbial side-chain degradation. This high-purity cholesterol meets strict pharmaceutical standards, with a CAS number of 57-88-5, molecular formula C27H46O, and a molecular weight of 386.65. It requires storage between 2 to 8°C and carries no signal word for hazards. Molekula supplies Cholesterol (Polypep.) Pharma. Grade from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white crystal or powder |
| Melting Point | ≥147°C |
| Grade | USP 40 |
| Specific rotation | -34°to -38° |
| Loss on Drying | <0.3% |
| Solubility | No sediment and turbidity |
| Cholesterol Content | ≥95% |
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 | 90032426 |
| 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
- cholesterol
- Cholesteryl alcohol
- Cholestrin
- Cordulan
- Dusoline
- Dusoran
- Dythol
Frequently asked questions
What is cholesterol (Polypep.) pharma grade used for?
This pharma-grade cholesterol is primarily used in pharmaceutical formulations, nutritional supplements, and as a reference standard in biochemical research.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cholesterol (Polypep.) pharma grade?
The chemical formula is **C27H46O**, and the molecular weight is **386.65 g/mol**.
How should cholesterol (Polypep.) pharma grade be stored?
Store at **2 to 8°C** in a dry, well-ventilated area, protected from light and moisture.
What documentation comes with an order of cholesterol (Polypep.) pharma grade?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and a **batch-specific quality report** for traceability.
Can Molekula supply cholesterol (Polypep.) pharma grade in bulk?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities of cholesterol (Polypep.) pharma grade upon request, subject to availability and quality assurance.
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