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Deoxycholic acid

Also known as Cholerebic, Choleic acid, Cholorebic

CAS 83-44-3Formula C24H40O4Molar mass 392.58 g/molEC 201-478-5
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 97 suppliers listed Drug substance
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Deoxycholic acid chemical structure, C24H40O4, CAS 83-44-3
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Crystals from alc
Melting point
176 to 178
Solubility
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: GREATER THAN 333 G/L @ 15 °C /NA SALT/
HS code
291819
Category
Humectants
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What is Deoxycholic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Deoxycholic acid is a bile acid that is 5beta-cholan-24-oic acid substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 3 and 12 respectively. It has a role as a human blood serum metabolite. It is a C24-steroid, a dihydroxy-5beta-cholanic acid and a bile acid. It is a conjugate acid of a deoxycholate.

Deoxycholic acid is a pharmaceutical drug.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

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
CAS number
83-44-3 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
201-478-5
Molecular formula
C24H40O4
UNII
005990WHZZ
MDL number
MFCD00003673
INCI name
DEOXYCHOLIC ACID
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
Canonical SMILES
CC(CCC(=O)O)C1CCC2C3CCC4CC(O)CCC4(C)C3CC(O)C12C
Isomeric 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

Synonyms

  • Cholerebic
  • Choleic acid
  • Cholorebic
  • Degalol
  • Droxolan
  • Deoxycholatic acid
  • Pyrochol
  • Septochol
  • Desoxycholsaeure
  • 7-Deoxycholic acid
  • 7alpha-Deoxycholic acid
  • 3alpha,12alpha-Dihydroxy-5beta-cholanic acid
  • Cholic acid, deoxy-
  • 3,12-Dihydroxycholanic acid
  • Dihydroxycholanoic acid
  • Deoxy cholic acid
  • 3alpha,12alpha-Dihydroxy-5beta-cholan-24-oic acid
  • (3alpha,5beta,12alpha)-3,12-Dihydroxycholan-24-oic acid
  • acido desoxicolico
  • acide desoxycholique
  • Atx-101 (deoxycholic acid)
  • 5beta-Cholan-24-oic acid, 3alpha,12alpha-dihydroxy-
  • 12beta-Isomer Deoxycholic Acid
  • 3alpha,12alpha-Dihydroxycholanic acid
  • Deoxycholic Acidc
Show all 37 synonyms
  • acidum deoxycholicum
  • Deoxycholate, Sodium
  • Deoxycholic Acid, 3beta
  • Deoxycholic Acid, 5alpha
  • Deoxycholic Acid, 12beta
  • 3beta-Isomer Deoxycholic Acid
  • 5alpha-Isomer Deoxycholic Acid
  • (3alpha,5beta,12alpha)-3,12-Dihydroxycholan-oic Acid
  • (4R)-4-((1S,2S,5R,7R,10R,11S,14R,15R,16S)-5,16-dihydroxy-2,15-dimethyltetracyclo(8.7.0.02,7.011,15)heptadecan-14-yl)pentanoic acid
  • (4R)-4-((2S,5R,14R,15R,16S)-5,16-dihydroxy-2,15-dimethyltetracyclo(8.7.0.02,7.011,15)heptadecan-14-yl)pentanoic acid
  • Desoxycholic acid
  • Kybella

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Crystals from alcexp.
Melting point
176 to 178exp.
Solubility
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: GREATER THAN 333 G/L @ 15 °C /NA SALT/exp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
392.58 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
392.2927 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.48calc.
Topological polar surface area
77.76 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
4calc.
Heavy atoms
28calc.
Rings
4calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.96calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
10calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)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

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H315Causes skin irritation.
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements (19)
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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

Emulsifying agent in food, precursor for org synthesis of cortisone.

Choleretic.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name DEOXYCHOLIC ACID(skin conditioning - emollient, humectant, skin conditioning)

Pharmacological actions

  • Cholagogues and Choleretics

Roles

  • analgesic
  • animal metabolite
  • anti-obesity agent
  • antineoplastic agent
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • human blood serum metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • pharmaceutical

Functional uses

  • Emulsifier
  • Humectant
  • Softener and conditioner

Cosmetic functions

  • Humectant
  • Skin conditioning
  • Skin conditioning - emollient

Pharmacology

Deoxycholic acid is a Cytolytic Agent. The physiologic effect of deoxycholic acid is by means of Decreased Cell Membrane Integrity.

How it is made

Isolation: wieland, siebert, z physiol chem 262, 1 (1939). From cholic acid: sifferd, us patent 2,765,316 (1956 to armour). Structure & synthesis: lf lieser, m fieser, steroids (reinhold, ny, 1959). Lab prepn from ox bile: gattermann-wieland, praxis des organischen chemikers (de gruyter, berlin, 40th ed, 1961) page 361.

Isolation from bile.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory
  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Deoxycholic acid?

Deoxycholic acid is a bile acid that is 5beta-cholan-24-oic acid substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 3 and 12 respectively. It has a role as a human blood serum metabolite. It is a C24-steroid, a dihydroxy-5beta-cholanic acid and a bile acid. It is a conjugate acid of a deoxycholate.

What is the CAS number of Deoxycholic acid?

The CAS registry number of Deoxycholic acid is 83-44-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Deoxycholic acid?

The molecular formula of Deoxycholic acid is C24H40O4 and its molar mass is 392.58 g/mol.

What is Deoxycholic acid used for?

Emulsifying agent in food, precursor for org synthesis of cortisone. Choleretic.

Is Deoxycholic acid hazardous?

Deoxycholic acid carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed, causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Deoxycholic acid?

Deoxycholic acid is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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