Compound Q&A
Is Lithocholic acid (CAS: 434-13-9) safe?
Answer
Lithocholic acid is generally considered safe when used in controlled research settings. However, it may have toxic effects if ingested in high concentrations or exposed to skin and eyes. Proper handling, including the use of personal protective equipment, is recommended to ensure safety. Safety standards for handling this compound are typically outlined in laboratory guidelines and chemical safety data sheets.
About
CAS No
434-13-9
English Name
Lithocholic acid
Molecular Formula
C24H40O3
Molecular Weight
376.5810000000002 g/mol
SMILES
C[C@H](CCC(O)=O)[C@H]1CC[C@@]2([H])[C@]3([H])CC[C@]4([H])C[C@H](O)CC[C@]4(C)[C@@]3([H])CC[C@]12C
InChIKey
SMEROWZSTRWXGI-HVATVPOCSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
