Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Sodium Taurocholate (CAS: 145-42-6)?
Answer
Sodium taurocholate is primarily used in pharmaceuticals as a bile acid derivative for drug delivery and research. It serves as a surfactant in industrial processes, particularly in the formulation of detergents and emulsifiers. In food science, it is used as a stabilizer and dispersing agent. Additionally, it plays a role in biochemical studies, such as in the analysis of membrane interactions and enzyme activity.
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
