5a,6a-Epoxycholesterol

SKU: orb1694155

Description

Cholesterol-5α,6α-epoxide is an oxidative metabolite of cholesterol that acts as an endogenous LXRβ ligand, inducing hepatic triacylglycerol biosynthesis. This small molecule is a valuable research tool for studying lipid metabolism, nuclear receptor signaling, and metabolic diseases in both cellular and animal models.

Research Area

Metabolism Research

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 1250-95-9
• MW: 402.65
• Purity: >98%
• Formula: C₂₇H₄₆O₂
• SMILES: CC(C)CCC[C@@H](C)[C@H]1CC[C@H]2[C@@H]3C[C@@H]4O[C@@]44C[C@@H](O)CC[C@]4(C)[C@H]3CC[C@]12C
• Target: Transcription factor
• Solubility: Soluble in DMSO (up to 10 mg/ml) orin Ethanol (up to 10 mg/ml).

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Cholesterol-5a,6a-epoxide, Cholesterol-5alpha,6alpha-epoxide, Cholesterol-5α,6α-epoxide, 5α,6α-epoxy Cholestanol, 5alpha,6alpha-epoxy Cholestanol, 5a,6a-epoxy Cholestanol, Epoxycholesterol, NSC 18176, NSC-18176, NSC18176

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

227037