Molekula
Deoxycholic acid CP Pharma Grade
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Deoxycholic acid CP Pharma Grade is a bile acid derived from cholesterol, primarily used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and biochemical research for its emulsifying, detergent, and cholesterol-lowering properties. This chemical is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a bitter taste, soluble in alcohol and ether but poorly soluble in water. Catalogue details: CAS 83-44-3, molecular formula C24H40O4, molecular weight 392.57 g/mol, and requires storage at ambient conditions. The product carries a signal word of "Warning" for safety classification. Molekula supplies Deoxycholic acid CP Pharma Grade from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Identification | The fluorescence spots of the same color should be displayed in the corresponding position of the chromatogram of the reference substance |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Assay (dried basis) | ≥98% |
| Burning residue | ≤0.2% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 177 °C |
| log P (octanol/water) | 3.50 |
Source: PubChem CID 222528 (DrugBank, HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034970 |
| CAS Number | 83-44-3 |
| IUPAC Name | (4R)-4-[(3R,5R,8R,9S,10S,12S,13R,14S,17R)-3,12-dihydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-tetradecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl]pentanoic acid |
| EC Number | 201-478-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C24H40O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 392.57 |
| Exact Mass | 392.2927 |
| 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 |
| InChIKey | KXGVEGMKQFWNSR-LLQZFEROSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C24H40O4/c1-14(4-9-22(27)28)18-7-8-19-17-6-5-15-12-16(25)10-11-23(15,2)20(17)13-21(26)24(18,19)3/h14-21,25-26H,4-13H2,1-3H3,(H,27,28)/t14-,15-,16-,17+,18-,19+,20+,21+,23+,24-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 222528 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29181990 |
| Tariff Code | 2918193020 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Choleic acid
- Cholerebic
- Cholorebic
- Degalol
- Deoxycholatic acid
- DEOXYCHOLIC ACID
- Desoxycholsaeure
- Droxolan
- Pyrochol
- Septochol
Frequently asked questions
What is deoxycholic acid used for?
Deoxycholic acid is primarily used in pharmaceuticals as a bile acid for oral suspension formulations, and in research for studies involving bile acid metabolism and cholesterol regulation.
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?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of deoxycholic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **CP Pharma Grade** deoxycholic acid, meeting pharmaceutical standards for purity and consistency.
Can Molekula supply deoxycholic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide deoxycholic acid in bulk, with flexible packaging options based on customer requirements.
What documentation comes with an order of deoxycholic acid?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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