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α-Cortol

Also known as: Alpha-Cortol, Cortol, (3α,5β,11β,20S)-Pregnane-3,11,17,20,21-pentol, (20S)-5β-Pregnane-3α,11β,17,20,21-pentol, 3α,11β,17,20α,21-Pentahydroxypregnane, 5β-Pregnane-3α,11β,17,20α,21-pentol, Pregnane-3,11,17,20,21-pentol, (3α,5β,11β,20S)-

α-Cortol (CAS 516-38-1) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C21H36O5 and a molecular weight of 368.50800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 250.5-254ºC, a boiling point of 564.5ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.252g/cm3 and a flash point of 255ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
516-38-1
Jingsj CID
J-1398832-4
Molecular Formula
C21H36O5
Molecular Weight
368.50800 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point250.5-254ºC
Boiling Point564.5ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.252g/cm3
Flash Point255ºC
Exact Mass368.25600
PSA101.15000
LogP1.44510
Refractive Index1.586

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of α-Cortol?

The CAS number of α-Cortol is 516-38-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of α-Cortol?

α-Cortol has molecular formula C21H36O5 and molecular weight 368.50800 g/mol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "α-Cortol (CAS 516-38-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1398832-4 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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