Description

IUPAC Name: (3S,9S,10R,13R,14R,17R)-17-[(E,2R,5R)-5,6-dimethylhept-3-en-2-yl]-10,13-dimethyl-2,3,4,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-decahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-ol

InChI: InChI=1S/C28H44O/c1-18(2)19(3)7-8-20(4)24-11-12-25-23-10-9-21-17-22(29)13-15-27(21,5)26(23)14-16-28(24,25)6/h7-10,18-20,22,24-26,29H,11-17H2,1-6H3/b8-7+/t19-,20+,22-,24+,25-,26-,27-,28+/m0/s1

InChIKey: DNVPQKQSNYMLRS-APGDWVJJSA-N

Canonical SMILES: CC(C)C(C)C=CC(C)C1CCC2C1(CCC3C2=CC=C4C3(CCC(C4)O)C)C

Isomeric SMILES: C[C@H](/C=C/[C@H](C)C(C)C)[C@H]1CC[C@@H]2[C@@]1(CC[C@H]3C2=CC=C4[C@@]3(CC[C@@H](C4)O)C)C

Synonyms: ERGOSTEROL; 57-87-4; Provitamin D2; Ergosterin; Ergosta-5,7,22-trien-3-ol, (3b,22E)-; UNII-Z30RAY509F; CCRIS 7220; HSDB 395; …

Botanical Source:

Product Overview

Ergosterol, a vital sterol found primarily in fungi and some protists, is offered by BIORLAB at research-grade purity (≥98%). This compound serves as the fungal equivalent of cholesterol and is a crucial precursor to vitamin D2.

Technical Specifications

• Molecular Formula: C₂₈H₄₄O
• Molecular Weight: 396.6 g/mol
• Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
• Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents
• Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
• Storage: -20°C

Key Research Applications

• Fungal Cell Biology

  • Membrane structure studies
  • Cell membrane integrity
  • Growth regulation research

• Antifungal Studies

  • Drug development research
  • Mechanism of action studies
  • Resistance investigations

• Vitamin D Research

  • Vitamin D2 synthesis
  • UV conversion studies
  • Bioavailability research

Storage & Handling

• Store at -20°C
• Protect from light and moisture
• Available in research quantities
• Stability data provided

Research Significance

1. Structural Role

   • Essential for fungal membrane integrity
   • Regulates membrane fluidity
   • Supports enzyme function

2. Biological Functions

   • Vitamin D2 precursor
   • Antifungal drug target
   • Biomarker for fungal contamination

Quality Assurance

• Full spectroscopic data provided
• Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
• Batch-specific chromatographic profile
• Research-grade documentation

Research Focus Areas

• Cell Membrane Studies

  • Membrane organization
  • Lipid raft formation
  • Protein interactions

• Drug Development

  • Antifungal compounds
  • Structure-activity relationships
  • Resistance mechanisms

Application Areas

1. Pharmaceutical Research

   • Antifungal drug development
   • Mechanism studies
   • Formulation research

2. Agricultural Studies

   • Fungal contamination monitoring
   • Food quality assessment
   • Environmental testing

Safety & Regulatory Information

• Research use only
• Complete safety documentation
• Handling guidelines provided
• Environmental information available

Additional Features

• Batch-to-batch consistency
• Method validation support
• Custom packaging options
• Technical consultation
• Research collaboration potential

For detailed technical information, bulk quantities, or custom requirements, contact BIORLAB’s scientific team.

Note: This product is intended for laboratory research purposes only. Not for human consumption or therapeutic use without proper approval.