Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of (3beta,5alpha,6beta,22E)-Ergosta-7,22-diene-3,5,6-triol (CAS: 516-37-0)?
Answer
(3beta,5alpha,6beta,22E)-Ergosta-7,22-diene-3,5,6-triol, or ergosterol, is used in the production of vitamin D supplements, as a component in pharmaceuticals for treating various conditions, and in research for studying sterol metabolism. It is also utilized in food supplements and as a source of bioactive compounds in functional foods.
About
CAS No
516-37-0
English Name
(3beta,5alpha,6beta,22E)-Ergosta-7,22-diene-3,5,6-triol
Molecular Formula
C28H46O3
Molecular Weight
430.6730000000003 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)C(C)C=CC(C)C1CCC2C1(CCC3C2=CC(C4(C3(CCC(C4)O)C)O)O)C
InChIKey
ARXHRTZAVQOQEU-BRVLHLJYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-04 07:37
