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(-)-beta-Sitosterol

Also known as beta-Sitosterol, Sitosterol, Azuprostat

CAS 83-46-5Formula C29H50OMolar mass 414.72 g/molEC 201-480-6
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(-)-beta-Sitosterol chemical structure, C29H50O, CAS 83-46-5
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
83-46-5
Formula
C29H50O
Molar mass
414.72 g/mol
EC number
201-480-6
HS code
290613
Category
Cardiovascular and metabolic drugs

What is (-)-beta-Sitosterol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Sitosterol is a member of the class of phytosterols that is stigmast-5-ene substituted by a beta-hydroxy group at position 3. It has a role as an antioxidant, an anticholesteremic drug, a sterol methyltransferase inhibitor, a mouse metabolite and a plant metabolite. It is a stigmastane sterol, a 3beta-hydroxy-Delta(5)-steroid, a C29-steroid, a member of phytosterols and a 3beta-sterol. It derives from a hydride of a stigmastane.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(3S,8S,9S,10R,13R,14S,17R)-17-[(2R,5R)-5-ethyl-6-methylheptan-2-yl]-10,13-dimethyl-2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-ol
CAS number
83-46-5 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 5779-62-4, 76772-70-8
EC number
201-480-6
Molecular formula
C29H50O
UNII
S347WMO6M4
MDL number
MFCD00003631
INCI name
BETA-SITOSTEROL
InChIKey
KZJWDPNRJALLNS-VJSFXXLFSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C29H50O/c1-7-21(19(2)3)9-8-20(4)25-12-13-26-24-11-10-22-18-23(30)14-16-28(22,5)27(24)15-17-29(25,26)6/h10,19-21,23-27,30H,7-9,11-18H2,1-6H3/t20-,21-,23+,24+,25-,26+,27+,28+,29-/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
CCC(CCC(C)C1CCC2C3CC=C4CC(O)CCC4(C)C3CCC12C)C(C)C
Isomeric SMILES
CC[C@H](CC[C@@H](C)[C@H]1CC[C@@H]2[C@@]1(CC[C@H]3[C@H]2CC=C4[C@@]3(CC[C@@H](C4)O)C)C)C(C)C

Synonyms

  • beta-Sitosterol
  • Sitosterol
  • Azuprostat
  • Cinchol
  • Quebrachol
  • Rhamnol
  • beta-Sitosterin
  • 22,23-Dihydrostigmasterol
  • Nimbosterol
  • Triastonal
  • alpha-Dihydrofucosterol
  • 24alpha-Ethylcholesterol
  • Prostasal
  • B-Sitosterol
  • (24R)-Ethylcholest-5-en-3beta-ol
  • (3beta)-Stigmast-5-en-3-ol
  • (24R)-Stigmast-5-en-3beta-ol
  • 24-alpha-Ethylcholesterol
  • Stigmast-5-en-3-ol, (3beta)-
  • (3-beta)-Stigmast-5-en-3-ol
  • (3S,8S,9S,10R,13R,14S,17R)-17-[(2R,5R)-5-ethyl-6-methylheptan-2-yl]-10,13-dimethyl-2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-ol
  • 5-Stigmasten-3beta-ol
  • Beta-Sitosterol-2
  • (3S,8S,9S,10R,13R,14S,17R)-17-((2R,5R)-5-ethyl-6-methylheptan-2-yl)-10,13-dimethyl-2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydro-1H-cyclopenta(a)phenanthren-3-ol
  • 3 beta-stigmast-5-en-3-ol
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  • 5-cholesten-24-ethyl-3-ol
  • Corn sterilized quantitative extract (beta sitosterol)
  • (8S,9S,10R,13R,14S,17R)-17-((1R,4R)-4-ethyl-1,5-dimethyl-hexyl)-10,13-dimethyl-2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydro-1H-cyclopenta(a)phenanthren-3-ol
  • 24-Ethylcholesterol
  • Cupreol
  • Stigmast-5-en-3beta-ol
  • Harzol
  • Sito-Lande
  • Sobatum
  • alpha-Phytosterol
  • Angelicin (steroid)
  • a-Dihydrofucosterol
  • SKF 14463

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
414.72 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
414.3862 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
8.02calc.
Topological polar surface area
20.23 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
6calc.
Heavy atoms
30calc.
Rings
4calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.93calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
9calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1=C2CCCCC2C2CCC3CCCC3C2C1

C1=C2CCCCC2C2CCC3CCCC3C2C1

4 rings, 17 atoms.

1,163 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name BETA-SITOSTEROL(emulsion stabilising, fragrance, skin conditioning, light stabilizer)

Roles

  • animal metabolite
  • anticholesteremic drug
  • antilipemic drug
  • antioxidant
  • enzyme inhibitor
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • mouse metabolite
  • pharmaceutical
  • plant metabolite
  • sterol methyltransferase inhibitor

Functional uses

  • Deodorizer
  • Emulsifier
  • Fragrance
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Softener and conditioner
  • Stabilizing agent

Cosmetic functions

  • Emulsion stabilising
  • Fragrance
  • Light stabilizer
  • Skin conditioning

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory
  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code (-)-beta-Sitosterol is traded under.

HS 2906.13Indicative HS code

Sterols and inositols

World exports in 2024
$316M
−12.1% vs 2023, imports $291M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China42.0%
  2. United States16.4%
  3. Netherlands9.6%
Top importers
  1. Ecuador * partner reported13.0%
  2. China13.0%
  3. United States9.4%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for (-)-beta-Sitosterol is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is (-)-beta-Sitosterol?

Sitosterol is a member of the class of phytosterols that is stigmast-5-ene substituted by a beta-hydroxy group at position 3. It has a role as an antioxidant, an anticholesteremic drug, a sterol methyltransferase inhibitor, a mouse metabolite and a plant metabolite.

What is the CAS number of (-)-beta-Sitosterol?

The CAS registry number of (-)-beta-Sitosterol is 83-46-5. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 5779-62-4, 76772-70-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of (-)-beta-Sitosterol?

The molecular formula of (-)-beta-Sitosterol is C29H50O and its molar mass is 414.72 g/mol.

What is (-)-beta-Sitosterol used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is (-)-beta-Sitosterol hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for (-)-beta-Sitosterol is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of (-)-beta-Sitosterol?

(-)-beta-Sitosterol is usually classified under HS code 290613 (Sterols and inositols). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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