Epicoprostanol

SKU: orb1942306

Description

Epicoprostanol is a sterol compound identified in adipocere, a waxy substance from decomposing tissues. It serves as a biomarker in forensic science for post-mortem analysis and in biochemical research on sterol metabolism. In vitro studies utilize it to model lipid degradation pathways relevant to forensic and archaeological investigations.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 516-92-7
• MW: 388.67
• Formula: C₂₇H₄₈O
• SMILES: C[C@@]12[C@]([C@]3([C@@]([C@]4(C)[C@](CC3)(C[C@H](O)CC4)[H])(CC1)[H])[H])(CC[C@@]2([C@@H](CCCC(C)C)C)[H])[H]

Storage & Handling

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

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

91465