Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (3beta)-Cholesta-5,8-dien-3-ol (CAS: 70741-38-7)?
Answer
(3beta)-Cholesta-5,8-dien-3-ol (CAS: 70741-38-7) is a solid at room temperature with a crystalline form. Its molecular weight is approximately 288.38 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but good solubility in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is relatively stable but can react with strong oxidizing agents. It is used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics due to its biological activity.
About
CAS No
70741-38-7
English Name
(3beta)-Cholesta-5,8-dien-3-ol
Molecular Formula
C27H44O
Molecular Weight
384.65 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)CCCC(C)C1CCC2C1(CCC3=C2CC=C4C3(CCC(C4)O)C)C
InChIKey
VUKORTMHZDZZFR-BXAZICILSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-28 06:21
