Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Campesterol (CAS: 474-62-4)?
Answer
Campesterol (CAS: 474-62-4) is a sterol with a crystalline structure and a molecular weight of approximately 488.71 g/mol. It has limited solubility in water but is soluble in organic solvents like chloroform and ethanol. Chemically, it is relatively stable but can react under strong acid or base conditions. Campesterol is a precursor to other steroidal compounds and is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
About
CAS No
474-62-4
English Name
Campesterol
Molecular Formula
C28H48O
Molecular Weight
400.69 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)[C@H](C)CC[C@@H](C)[C@H]1CC[C@H]2[C@@H]3CC=C4C[C@@H](O)CC[C@]4(C)[C@H]3CC[C@]12C
InChIKey
SGNBVLSWZMBQTH-PODYLUTMSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
