00466 00100 is referred as CHOLESTEROL Extra Pure under Research Lab Fine Chem Industries catalogue.00466 00100 CHOLESTEROL Extra Pure has a variety of applications in chemical and biological sectors. This reagent finds applications in the organic synthesis of various derivatives. Cholesterol functions as an essential structural component of all animal cell membranes, and is vital in maintaining both membrane structural integrity and fluidity. It is additionally a precursor for the biosynthesis of steroid hormones, bile acid and vitamin D. Cholesterol also activates the estrogen-related receptor alpha (ERR), and may be the endogenous ligand for the receptor. This reagent is suitable for industrial synthesis of products and research applications.

Specifications:

CHOLESTEROL Extra Pure

Synonyms: Cholesterin; cholest-5-en-3(beta)-ol

Molecular Weight: 386.65

Formula: C27H46O

White to off-white crystalline powder

Assay: Min. 98%

Melting Point: 147-150C

CAS no.: 57-88-5

Pack size: 100 gm. per bottle