Cholesterol, GR 99%+

Name: Cholesterol, GR 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003001

About Cholesterol, GR 99%+

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Cholesterol (AR grade), a lipid registered under CAS number 57-88-5 at a purity of ≥99%. Formula C27H46O, molecular weight 386.7 g/mol. Alternative names: 3ß-Hydroxy-5-cholestene and 5-Cholesten-3ß-ol.

In its supplied form it is a white to off-white powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 147-149 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.

Key uses span lipid research, membrane and liposome studies, nutritional research and surfactants and detergency. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs, Cholesterol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Lipid research
Membrane & liposome studies
Nutritional research
Surfactants & detergency

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cholesterol, GR 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-003001
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	AR
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	147-149 °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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Cholesterol, GR 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Cholesterol, GR 99%+ 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, GR 99%+?

Cholesterol, GR 99%+ 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, GR 99%+ can I order?

We supply Cholesterol, GR 99%+ in AR (≥99%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Cholesterol, GR 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Cholesterol, GR 99%+ 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, GR 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Cholesterol, GR 99%+ worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.