Compound Q&A
What is (3alpha,5beta,12alpha)-3,12-Dihydroxycholan-24-oic acid (CAS: 83-44-3)?
Answer
(3alpha,5beta,12alpha)-3,12-Dihydroxycholan-24-oic acid, with the CAS number 83-44-3, is a bile acid derivative. It has the chemical formula C24H42O5 and is known for its hydrophilic properties. This compound is commonly used in scientific research and pharmaceutical applications due to its structural similarity to natural bile acids such as cholic acid.
About
CAS No
83-44-3
English Name
(3alpha,5beta,12alpha)-3,12-Dihydroxycholan-24-oic acid
Molecular Formula
C24H40O4
Molecular Weight
392.58 g/mol
SMILES
C[C@H](CCC(=O)O)[C@H]1CC[C@H]2[C@@H]3CC[C@@H]4C[C@H](O)CC[C@]4(C)[C@H]3C[C@H](O)[C@]12C
InChIKey
KXGVEGMKQFWNSR-LLQZFEROSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
