Complaint
Product Name | Dehydrocholic Acid |
CAS number | 81-23-2 |
Molecular formula | C24H34O5 |
Molecular weight | 402.52 |
Appearance | white to off-white amorphous powder |
Melting Point | 231-242ºC |
Flash Point | 319.5ºC |
Relatite density | 1.172 g/cm3 |
1.Used in the emulsification of fats for the absorption in the intestine. Outside the body it is used in experimental basis of cholagogues and is also in use to prevent and dissolve gallstones.
2. Sodium deoxycholate, the sodium salt of deoxycholic acid, is often used as a biological detergent to lyse cells and solubilise cellular and membrane components.
