Compound Q&A
What precautions should be taken when handling (3beta)-3-Hydroxycholest-5-en-7-one (CAS: 566-28-9)?
Answer
When handling (3beta)-3-Hydroxycholest-5-en-7-one (CAS: 566-28-9), it is important to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, goggles, and a lab coat. Work should be conducted in a well-ventilated area, ideally a fume hood, to minimize exposure to the compound. Spills should be immediately cleaned up with absorbent material and disposed of according to local regulations. Always refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for detailed handling and safety information.
About
CAS No
566-28-9
English Name
(3beta)-3-Hydroxycholest-5-en-7-one
Molecular Formula
C27H44O2
Molecular Weight
400.65 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)CCCC(C)C1CCC2C1(CCC3C2C(=O)C=C4C3(CCC(C4)O)C)C
InChIKey
YIKKMWSQVKJCOP-ABXCMAEBSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-13 17:50
