Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of (3beta)-Cholest-5-en-3-ol (CAS: 57-88-5)?
Answer
(3beta)-Cholest-5-en-3-ol is widely used in pharmaceuticals as a precursor for synthesizing corticosteroids, sex hormones, and bile acids. In the food industry, it is naturally present in animal-derived products and used as an emulsifier. Industrial applications include its role in producing soaps and detergents. Researchers utilize it to study lipid metabolism, membrane structure, and cholesterol-related diseases. Its versatility makes it a key compound across medicinal, nutritional, and scientific domains.
About
CAS No
57-88-5
English Name
(3beta)-Cholest-5-en-3-ol
Molecular Formula
C27H46O
Molecular Weight
386.6640000000002 g/mol
EINECS
200-353-2
SMILES
CC(C)CCCC(C)C1CCC2C3CC=C4CC(O)CCC4(C)C3CCC12C
InChIKey
HVYWMOMLDIMFJA-DPAQBDIFSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07