Compound Q&A
What is Sodium Taurocholate (CAS: 145-42-6)?
Answer
Sodium taurocholate is a bile salt compound used in various scientific and industrial applications. Its chemical formula is C24H43NaO5S, and it is a sodium salt of taurocholic acid. It is water-soluble, has a bitter taste, and is commonly used as a detergent and emulsifier. Sodium taurocholate is known for its ability to solubilize lipids and is widely utilized in research and pharmaceutical contexts due to its unique chemical properties.
About
CAS No
145-42-6
English Name
Sodium Taurocholate
Molecular Formula
C26H44NNaO7S
Molecular Weight
537.7 g/mol
SMILES
CC(CCC(=O)NCCS(=O)(=O)[O-])C1CCC2C1(C(CC3C2C(CC4C3(CCC(C4)O)C)O)O)C.[Na+]
InChIKey
JAJWGJBVLPIOOH-IZYKLYLVSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
