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Deoxycholic acid
Deoxycholic acid is a bile acid used in pharmaceutical and research applications, particularly in studies involving lipid metabolism and cell membrane interactions. It is available in high purity for laboratory and clinical use. CAS: 83-44-3, Molecular formula: C24H40O4, Molecular weight: 392.57 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Deoxycholic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Deoxycholic acid is a bile acid used in pharmaceutical and research applications, particularly in studies involving lipid metabolism and cell membrane interactions. It is available in high purity for laboratory and clinical use. CAS: 83-44-3, Molecular formula: C24H40O4, Molecular weight: 392.57 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Deoxycholic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Melting Point | 172 - 174℃ |
| Optical Rotation | +53.9 |
| Assay (aqueous acid-base titration) | ≥99.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 60 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 83-44-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C24H40O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 392.57 |
| SMILES | C[C@H](CCC(=O)O)[C@H]1CC[C@@H]2[C@@]1([C@H](C[C@H]3[C@H]2CC[C@H]4[C@@]3(CC[C@H](C4)O)C)O)C |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29181990 |
| Tariff Code | 2918193020 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is deoxycholic acid used for?
Deoxycholic acid is primarily used in research applications, including studies on bile acid metabolism and cell membrane dynamics. It is also used in the formulation of certain pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of deoxycholic acid?
The chemical formula is C24H40O4, and the molecular weight is 392.57 g/mol.
How should deoxycholic acid be stored?
Deoxycholic acid should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for deoxycholic acid?
Deoxycholic acid is available in research grade, suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply deoxycholic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply deoxycholic acid in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of deoxycholic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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