beta-Sitosterol

Synonym(s):β-Sitosterol;beta-Sitosterol;22,23-Dihydrostigmasterol;24α-Ethylcholesterol;5-Stigmasten-3β-ol

CAS NO.：83-46-5
Empirical Formula: C29H50O
Molecular Weight: 414.72
MDL number: MFCD00003631
EINECS: 201-480-6
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-05-08 14:18:51

What is beta-Sitosterol?

Description

24α-ethyl Cholesterol is a naturally occurring plant sterol with antioxidant, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, angiogenic, chemopreventive, and immunomodulatory activities. It inhibits the absorption of dietary and endogenously-produced cholesterol from the small intestine, reducing blood cholesterol concentrations. Because of its nutraceutical benefits, 24α-ethyl cholesterol has been used as a food additive intended to lower LDL cholesterol. 24α-ethyl Cholesterol (0.1 - 100 μM) can dose-dependently induce adipogenesis and lipolysis in rat primary preadipocytes as well as stimulate glucose uptake in differentiated adipocytes.

The Uses of beta-Sitosterol

A common sterol in plants. Isolated from wheat germ oil, corn oil. Antilipemic. Used in the treatment of prostatic adenoma.

What are the applications of Application

β-Sitosterol is a plant steroid which induces G2/M arrest

Properties of beta-Sitosterol

Melting point:	136-140 °C(lit.)
Boiling point:	473.52°C (rough estimate)
Density	0.9540 (rough estimate)
storage temp.	2-8°C
solubility	chloroform: 20 mg/mL, clear, colorless
form	White solid
color	White to Off-White
Water Solubility	INSOLUBLE

Safety information for beta-Sitosterol

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Skull and Crossbones Acute Toxicity GHS06 Health Hazard GHS08
GHS Hazard Statements	H302:Acute toxicity,oral H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H331:Acute toxicity,inhalation H336:Specific target organ toxicity,single exposure; Narcotic effects H351:Carcinogenicity H372:Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure H412:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P201:Obtain special instructions before use. P273:Avoid release to the environment. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.