Cholest-4-en-3-one

Also known as: 4-Cholesten-3-one, 4-Cholestenone, Cholestenone, 3-Oxo-4-cholestene, 3-Keto-4-cholestene, 3-Oxocholest-4-ene, Cholest-4-ene-3-one, 17-(1,5-Dimethylhexyl)-10,13-dimethyl-2,3,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17-tetradecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one, EINECS 210-005-1, MFCD00003663

Cholest-4-en-3-one (CAS 601-57-0) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C27H44O and a molecular weight of 384.638 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 79-82 °C, a boiling point of 482.7±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 247.7±10.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 601-57-0
Jingsj CID: J-48604-2
Molecular Formula: C₂₇H₄₄O
Molecular Weight: 384.638 g/mol
Category: Ketones
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	79-82 °C
Boiling Point	482.7±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	247.7±10.4 °C
Exact Mass	384.339203
PSA	17.07000
LogP	9.36
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.519

Activity & Biological Data

Target	Human Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information	[1]. Rosenheim O, et al. The mechanism of coprosterol formation in vivo: 1. Cholestenone as an intermediate. Biochem J. 1943 Oct;37(4):513-4.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	29142900

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Cholest-4-en-3-one?

The CAS number of Cholest-4-en-3-one is 601-57-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cholest-4-en-3-one?

Cholest-4-en-3-one has molecular formula C27H44O and molecular weight 384.638 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Cholest-4-en-3-one?

For Cholest-4-en-3-one, Upstream Products: Cholesterol, 5-Cholesten-3-one, 5α-Cholestan-3-one; Downstream Products: Cholesta-4,6-dien-3-one, Olesoxime, Dehydroepiandrosterone.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "Cholest-4-en-3-one (CAS 601-57-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-48604-2 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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