Certificate of Analysis
| Product Name: | Cholesterol |
| Catalog Number: | M2516 |
| CAS Number: | 57-88-5 |
Physical and Chemical Properties
| Formula: | C27H46O |
| Molecular Weight: | 386.65 |
| Solubility: | Ethanol 8 mg/mL |
| Storage: |
Powder -20°C 3 years ; 4°C 2 years In solvent -80°C 6 months ; -20°C 1 month |
| Chemical Structure: |  |
Analytical Data
| QC Standard: | >98% |
| H-NMR: | Consistent with structure |
Product Information
| Description: | Cholesterol is a major sterol in mammals, accounting for 20-25% of the structural components of the plasma membrane, and plays an important role in characterizing membrane fluidity and permeability, as well as the function of transporter and signaling proteins. In addition, Cholesterol is an endogenous estrogen-related receptor alpha (ERRα) agonist. |
| Stability and Solubility Advice: | Information concerning product stability, particularly in solution, has rarely been reported and in most cases we can only offer a general guide. We recommend that stock solutions, once prepared, are stored aliquoted in tightly sealed vials and used within 1 month. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles. Storage conditions for some special products should refer to their storage details. |