Phytosterols as an Analytical Standard

Our Phytosterols product, with a purity greater than 95% and extracted from soybeans, is a complex of beta-sitosterol, campesterol, and stigmasterol.

While it boasts high purity, whether it can be used as an analytical standard depends on the specific requirements of your analytical method. For some applications, a purity of >95% might be sufficient, especially if you are analyzing the total phytosterol content. However, if your method requires a single, isolated compound as a standard, or a certified reference material with a specified purity and traceability, then this product might not be suitable.

It is crucial to consider the specific analytical technique, the target compounds you are quantifying, and the required accuracy and precision for your analysis when selecting a standard. For precise quantitative analysis of individual phytosterols, you might need individual standards for beta-sitosterol, campesterol, and stigmasterol.

We recommend reviewing your analytical method's specifications for standards to determine if our Phytosterols product meets your needs.