Molekula
Stigmasterol
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Stigmasterol is a plant sterol commonly used in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and cosmetic formulations for its cholesterol-lowering and anti-inflammatory properties. Industrially, it serves as a starting material for synthesising progesterone and other important steroids, and it is also used as a flavour and fragrance material. It is available in powder form with a purity of ≥98% as determined by HPLC. CAS: 83-48-7, Molecular formula: C29H48O, Molecular weight: 412.69 g/mol. Stable at ambient temperature and does not require special handling. Molekula supplies Stigmasterol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £69.90 per pack ex VAT · £83.88 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤10 ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1% |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤5 ppm |
| Stigmasterol | ≥95.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 219 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 170 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in benzene, ethyl ether, ethanol |
Source: PubChem CID 5280794 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 33403915 |
| CAS Number | 83-48-7 |
| IUPAC Name | (3S,8S,9S,10R,13R,14S,17R)-17-[(E,2R,5S)-5-ethyl-6-methylhept-3-en-2-yl]-10,13-dimethyl-2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-ol |
| EC Number | 201-482-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C29H48O |
| Molecular Weight | 412.69 |
| Exact Mass | 412.3705 |
| SMILES | CC[C@H](/C=C/[C@@H](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)C(C)C |
| InChIKey | HCXVJBMSMIARIN-PHZDYDNGSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C29H48O/c1-7-21(19(2)3)9-8-20(4)25-12-13-26-24-11-10-22-18-23(30)14-16-28(22,5)27(24)15-17-29(25,26)6/h8-10,19-21,23-27,30H,7,11-18H2,1-6H3/b9-8+/t20-,21-,23+,24+,25-,26+,27+,28+,29-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5280794 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29061310 |
| Tariff Code | 2906131000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (22E)-stigmasta-5,22-dien-3beta-ol
- (24S)-5,22-Stigmastadien-3beta-ol
- (3beta,22E)-Stigmasta-5,22-dien-3-ol
- 5,22-Cholestadien-24-ethyl-3beta-ol
- beta-Stigmasterol
- Stigmasta-5,22-dien-3-ol, (3beta,22E)-
- Stigmasta-5,22-dien-3-ol, (3beta)-
- Stigmasta-5,22-dien-3beta-ol
- Stigmasta-5,22E-dien-3beta-ol
- Stigmasterin
Frequently asked questions
What is stigmasterol used for?
Stigmasterol is primarily used in research and pharmaceutical applications, particularly in studies related to cholesterol metabolism and plant sterol bioactivity.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of stigmasterol?
The formula is C29H48O with a molecular weight of 412.69 g/mol.
How should stigmasterol be stored?
Stigmasterol should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade is available for stigmasterol?
Stigmasterol is available in research grade; specific purity details can be provided upon request.
Can Molekula supply stigmasterol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply stigmasterol in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a stigmasterol order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA); additional documentation such as SDS can be provided upon request.
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