beta-Sitostanol

CAS: 83-45-4

Ref. 3D-AAA08345

Product Information

• Name: beta-Sitostanol
• Synonyms: (3Β,5Α)-Estigmastan-3-Ol, (3Β,5Α)-Stigmastan-3-Ol, (3Β,5Α)-Stigmastane-3-Ol, 24α-Ethylcholestanol, 3β-Sitostanol, 5,6-Dihydro-β-sitosterol, 5α-Stigmastan-3β-ol, Dihydro-β-sitosterol, Dihydrositosterin, Dihydrositosterol, Fucostanol, Nsc 49081, Sitostanol, Spinastanol, Stigmastanol, β-Sitostanol, β-Sitosterol, dihydro-
• CAS: 83-45-4

Description

Beta-sitostanol is a plant sterol that has been shown to promote follicular growth in humans. It binds to the surface of the skin and hair follicles and is absorbed into the bloodstream. Beta-sitostanol inhibits cholesterol synthesis by competing with cholesterol for the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, which is required for cholesterol biosynthesis. It has been shown to reduce total serum cholesterol levels by up to 10% in clinical studies and may also have beneficial effects on body mass index, blood pressure, and insulin resistance. Studies have shown that beta-sitostanol does not affect the absorption of other fat soluble vitamins or minerals from food.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 416.72 g/mol
• Formula: C₂₉H₅₂O
• Purity: Min. 95%