Cholesterol, 97%

Name: Cholesterol, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002805

About Cholesterol, 97%

Cholesterol is a bioactive small molecule in Extra Pure grade carrying the CAS registry number 57-88-5, specified at 99% purity. The compound has the formula C27H46O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 386.7 g/mol. Alternative names: 3ß-Hydroxy-5-cholestene and 5-Cholesten-3ß-ol.

It is supplied as a white to off-white powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 147-150 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.

It is commonly used for cell signalling research, pharmacological screening, target validation and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 5 kg packs, Cholesterol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation
Organic synthesis

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cholesterol, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002805
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
Molecular formula	C₂₇H₄₆O
Molecular weight	386.7 g/mol
Exact mass	386.3549
Grade	Extra Pure
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29061310
InChIKey	HVYWMOMLDIMFJA-DPAQBDIFSA-N
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
PubChem CID	5997

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Melting point	147-150 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	8.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	3ß-Hydroxy-5-cholestene, 5-Cholesten-3ß-ol, Cholesterin, Cholest-5-en-3beta-ol, Cholesteryl alcohol, Dythol, Dusoline, Cholesterine, Cholestrin, Cholestrol, Hydrocerin, Lidinite

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 57-88-5

Reference Standard

Cholesterol

CAS: 57-88-5
Formula: C₂₇H₄₆O
MW: 386.7 g/mol

In stock

Cell Culture

Cholesterol, cell culture tested

CAS: 57-88-5
Formula: C₂₇H₄₆O
MW: 386.7 g/mol

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AR

Cholesterol, GR 99%+

CAS: 57-88-5
Formula: C₂₇H₄₆O
MW: 386.7 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Cholesterol, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of Cholesterol, 97% is 57-88-5. It is also known as 3ß-Hydroxy-5-cholestene, 5-Cholesten-3ß-ol, Cholesterin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cholesterol, 97%?

Cholesterol, 97% has the molecular formula C27H46O and a molecular weight of 386.7 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (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.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cholesterol, 97% can I order?

We supply Cholesterol, 97% in Extra Pure (99%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Cholesterol, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of Cholesterol, 97% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Cholesterol, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Cholesterol, 97% worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.