Lanosterol NEW
| Price | Get Latest Price | |
| Package | 1kg | 25kg |
| Min. Order: | 1kg |
| Supply Ability: | 10KG |
| Update Time: | 2026-06-05 |
| Related documents: | COA |
Product Details
| Product Name: Lanosterol | CAS No.: 79-63-0 |
| Min. Order: 1kg | Purity: 60%,90%,95%,98% |
| Supply Ability: 10KG | Release date: 2026/06/05 |
Lanosterol is a key triterpenoid sterol with diverse applications across pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and biotechnology due to its unique structure and biological activity. Here’s a detailed breakdown of its major uses:
(2) Cholesterol Synthesis Regulation
- Biosynthetic Intermediate: Critical precursor in the cholesterol synthesis pathway (lanosterol → cholesterol).
- Drug Target: Inhibiting its metabolizing enzymes (e.g., CYP51) may aid in developing cholesterol-lowering drugs.
(3) Anti-inflammatory & Immunomodulation
- Derivatives show promise in modulating NF-κB pathway to reduce inflammation (preclinical studies).
2. Cosmetics & Skincare
(1) Skin Barrier Repair
- Function: Enhances stratum corneum hydration and integrity (similar to cholesterol).
- Products: High-end creams for sensitive/damaged skin (often paired with ceramides).
(2) Anti-Aging
- Mechanism: Stimulates keratinocyte renewal and collagen synthesis to reduce wrinkles.
- Example: Hydrogenated lanolin (rich in lanosterol derivatives) in anti-aging serums.
3. Industrial & Research Uses
(1) Chemical Synthesis
- Intermediate: Used to synthesize vitamin D3, progesterone, and other steroids.
(2) Biotechnology
- Yeast Engineering: Engineered yeast strains produce lanosterol for bio-manufacturing vaccines or drug precursors.
(3) Material Science
- Liquid Crystals/Polymers: Its rigid tetracyclic structure aids in designing functional materials.
4. Emerging Applications
- Antiviral Research: Early studies suggest activity against enveloped viruses (e.g., HSV-1).
- Agriculture: Potential as a plant growth regulator.
Key Considerations
- Purity: Cosmetic/pharmaceutical grades require high purity (≥95%).
- Regulations: Must comply with pharmacopeial standards (e.g., USP, EP) for medicinal use.
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