Compound Q&A
How is (3beta,14xi)-Stigmast-5-en-3-ol (CAS: 68441-03-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
(3beta,14xi)-Stigmast-5-en-3-ol can be synthesized via a hydrogenation reaction of stigmast-5-en-3-one, catalyzed by a palladium-based catalyst. The hydrogenation yields a high selectivity for the desired 3-ol product with a yield of over 90%. This method is efficient and reproducible, making it a common choice in laboratories.
About
CAS No
68441-03-2
English Name
(3beta,14xi)-Stigmast-5-en-3-ol
Molecular Formula
C29H50O
Molecular Weight
414.72 g/mol
SMILES
CCC(CCC(C)C1CCC2C1(CCC3C2CC=C4C3(CCC(C4)O)C)C)C(C)C
InChIKey
KZJWDPNRJALLNS-ICLVQLPZSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-08 00:00
