4,4-Dimethylcholest-5-en-3β-ol

• CAT Number: M051179
• CAS Number: 1253-88-9
• Molecular Formula: C9H14ClN
• Molecular Weight: 414.70
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 4,4,10,13-tetramethyl-17-(6-methylheptan-2-yl)-1,2,3,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-ol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C29H50O/c1-19(2)9-8-10-20(3)22-12-13-23-21-11-14-25-27(4,5)26(30)16-18-29(25,7)24(21)15-17-28(22,23)6/h14,19-24,26,30H,8-13,15-18H2,1-7H3
• InChIKey: DASOUCLGLBPXLC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C)CCCC(C)C1CCC2C1(CCC3C2CC=C4C3(CCC(C4(C)C)O)C)C

4,4-Dimethylcholest-5-en-3β-ol（Cat No.:M051179）, commonly known as desmosterol, is a crucial intermediate in the biosynthesis of cholesterol, a fundamental component of cell membranes and precursor to steroid hormones. This molecule features a sterol backbone with additional methyl groups which enhance its structural complexity and biological significance. Desmosterol is found in various human tissues and plays a vital role in cellular function and membrane fluidity. It is also a marker in studies of cholesterol metabolism disorders, such as Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome, highlighting its importance in both physiological and pathological contexts.