Coprostanol, CAS 360-68-9

Formulation: A crystalline solid

Formal Name: (5β)-cholestan-3β-ol

Purity: ≥95%

Formula Markup: C27H48O

Formula Weight: 388,7

Shelf life (days): 1460

CAS Number: 360-68-9

Notes: Coprostanol is a cholesterol derivative formed in mammals by intestinal microorganisms and is the odorous compound in feces.{48399} It is formed via conversion of cholesterol to cholestenone (Item No. 25713) then coprostanone intermediates or by direct reduction of the 5,6 double bond. Coprostanol is commonly used as a marker of sewage contamination in soil and watersheds.{48400,48401}

• SKU: CAY26764-5
• Manufacturer: Cayman Chemical
• Manufacturer SKU: 26764-5
• Green Labware: No
• Package Unit: 5 mg
• Quantity Unit: STK