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4-Cholesten-3-one, 98+%
Description
4-Cholesten-3-one is used as a chiral building block for proteomics research. It is an intestinal metabolite of cholesterol and exhibits an anti-obesity effect on animals.
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4-Cholesten-3-one is used as a chiral building block for proteomics research. It is an intestinal metabolite of cholesterol and exhibits an anti-obesity effect on animals.
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 79°C to 81°C |
Quantity | 25 g |
Beilstein | 4707774 |
Solubility Information | Slightly soluble in water. |
Optical Rotation | +93° (c=1 in chloroform) |
Formula Weight | 384.65 |
Percent Purity | ≥98% |
Chemical Name or Material | 4-Cholesten-3-one |
Safety and Handling
EINECSNumber | 210-005-1 |
RTECSNumber | FZ7700000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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