EINECS: 201-335-7
Molecular Formula: C24H34O5
Synonyms: 5b-Cholan-24-oic acid,3,7,12-trioxo- (8CI); 3,7,12-Tri-keto-5b-Cholan-24-oic acid; 3,7,12-Triketo-5b-cholanic acid; 3,7,12-Triketocholanic acid; 3,7,12-Trioxo-5b-cholan-24-oic acid; 3,7,12-Trioxo-5b-cholanic acid; 3,7,12-Trioxocholanic acid; Acolen; Bilidren; Bilostat; Cholagon; Cholan DH; Cholepatin; Cholic acid, dehydro-; Cholimed; Chologon; DHC; Decholin; Dehychol; Dehycon;
Appearance: white to off-white amorphous powder
Molecular Weight: 402.53
Density: 1.172 g/cm3
Boiling Point: 581.5 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting Point: 231-242°C
Flash Point: 319.5 °C
Alpha: 29°C (C=2, DIOXANE)
Storage Temperature: Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry area away from incompatible substances.
Refractive index: 30.5 °C (C=2, Dioxane)
Solubility: 10 mg/mL in ethanol
Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Usage: Acts as a hydrocholeretic, increasing bile output to clear increased bile acid load.