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Cholanic acid

Also known as Cholan-24-oic acid, 5 beta-cholan-24-oic acid, Cholanoic acid

CAS 25312-65-6Formula C24H40O2Molar mass 360.58 g/molEC 246-816-2
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Cholanic acid chemical structure, C24H40O2, CAS 25312-65-6
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
25312-65-6
Formula
C24H40O2
Molar mass
360.58 g/mol
EC number
246-816-2
HS code
291620
Category
Steroids and sterols

What is Cholanic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Cholanic acid is a steroid acid that consists of cholane having a carboxy group in place of the methyl group at position 24.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(4R)-4-[(8R,9S,10S,13R,14S,17R)-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
CAS number
25312-65-6 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 9012-87-7
EC number
246-816-2
Molecular formula
C24H40O2
UNII
NS0L7RS7DA
INCI name
SODIUM COLANATE
InChIKey
RPKLZQLYODPWTM-KBMWBBLPSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C24H40O2/c1-16(7-12-22(25)26)19-10-11-20-18-9-8-17-6-4-5-14-23(17,2)21(18)13-15-24(19,20)3/h16-21H,4-15H2,1-3H3,(H,25,26)/t16-,17?,18+,19-,20+,21+,23+,24-/m1/s1
SMILES
C[C@H](CCC(=O)O)[C@H]1CC[C@@H]2[C@@]1(CC[C@H]3[C@H]2CCC4[C@@]3(CCCC4)C)C

Synonyms

  • Cholan-24-oic acid
  • 5 beta-cholan-24-oic acid
  • Cholanoic acid
  • (4R)-4-[(8R,9S,10S,13R,14S,17R)-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
  • Cholan-24-oic acid, (5beta)-
  • CholansA currencyure
  • Pentanoic acid, 4-((17.beta.)-androstan-17-yl)-
  • Androstane-17-butanoic acid, gamma-methyl-, (5beta,17beta)-
  • Ursocholanic acid, 17beta-(1-methyl-3-carboxypropyl)etiocholane

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
360.58 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
360.3028 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
6.54calc.
Topological polar surface area
37.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
4calc.
Heavy atoms
26calc.
Rings
4calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.96calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
8calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1CCC2C(C1)CCC1C3CCCC3CCC21

C1CCC2C(C1)CCC1C3CCCC3CCC21

4 rings, 17 atoms.

1,694 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name SODIUM COLANATE(antioxidant, humectant, skin protecting, skin conditioning - humectant)

Cosmetic functions

  • Antioxidant
  • Humectant
  • Skin conditioning - humectant
  • Skin protecting

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Cholanic acid is traded under.

HS 2916.20Indicative HS code

Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides…

World exports in 2024
$489M
−6.1% vs 2023, imports $608M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China45.5%
  2. India * partner reported18.6%
  3. Japan11.2%
Top importers
  1. Brazil20.3%
  2. United States15.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.8%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Cholanic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Cholanic acid, based on the data on this page

What is Cholanic acid?

Cholanic acid is a steroid acid that consists of cholane having a carboxy group in place of the methyl group at position 24.

What is the CAS number of Cholanic acid?

The CAS registry number of Cholanic acid is 25312-65-6. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 9012-87-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Cholanic acid?

The molecular formula of Cholanic acid is C24H40O2 and its molar mass is 360.58 g/mol.

What is Cholanic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of Cholanic acid include humectants in cosmetics and personal care, antioxidants in cosmetics and personal care, skin conditioning agents in cosmetics and personal care, antioxidant, humectant and 2 more.

Is Cholanic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Cholanic acid is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Cholanic acid?

Cholanic acid is usually classified under HS code 291620 (Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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