Compound Q&A
How is (3beta)-Cholesta-5,8-dien-3-ol (CAS: 70741-38-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
(3beta)-Cholesta-5,8-dien-3-ol (CAS: 70741-38-7) is commonly synthesized through the reduction of cholesterol using sodium borohydride or lithium aluminum hydride as the reducing agent. The selectivity and yield can be controlled by adjusting reaction conditions such as temperature and solvent. The reaction is typically performed in an inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation.
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
