Lanosterol

Also known as: Cryptosterol, Isocholesterol, Lanosta-8,24-dien-3β-ol, 3β-Hydroxylanosta-8,24-diene, Lanosterin, Lanster, Kryptosterol, NSC 60677

Lanosterol (CAS 79-63-0) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C30H50O and a molecular weight of 426.717 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 137 °C, a boiling point of 498.9±44.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 221.1±20.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 79-63-0
Jingsj CID: J-10724-4
Molecular Formula: C₃₀H₅₀O
Molecular Weight: 426.717 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	137 °C
Boiling Point	498.9±44.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	221.1±20.7 °C
Exact Mass	426.386169
PSA	20.23000
LogP	11.00
Appearance	powder \| white
Vapor Pressure	0.0±2.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.530

Activity & Biological Data

Target	Human Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information	[1]. Chen N, et al. Biosynthetic Mechanism of Lanosterol: Cyclization. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl. 2015 Jul 20;54(30):8693-6.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Lanosterol?

The CAS number of Lanosterol is 79-63-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Lanosterol?

Lanosterol has molecular formula C30H50O and molecular weight 426.717 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Lanosterol?

For Lanosterol, Upstream Products: Cycloartenol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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