Cholesterol CAS 57-88-5

Purity >95%In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.57-88-5
Molecular FormulaC27H46O
Molecular Weight386.65 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

Cholesterol CAS 57-88-5 chemical structure

Description

Cholesterol (CAS 57-88-5) is a pharmaceutical standards certified reference material from CATO. Molecular formula: C27H46O. Molecular weight: 386.65 g/mol. ISO 17034 accredited production ensures traceable purity and reliable analytical results.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC27H46O
Molecular Weight386.65 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Purity>95%
StorageStore at room temperature
Solubility (reference)Soluble in chloroform, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, DMSO
StabilityStable under recommended storage conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)5.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1957

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