Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (3beta)-3-Hydroxychol-5-en-24-oic acid (CAS: 5255-17-4)?
Answer
(3beta)-3-Hydroxychol-5-en-24-oic acid is a solid at room temperature with a molecular weight of approximately 364.48 g/mol. It has a solubility in water of 0.01 g/L and is slightly soluble in ethanol. This compound is moderately reactive, especially towards nucleophiles and bases. It is stable under anhydrous conditions but should be protected from moisture and air exposure.
About
CAS No
5255-17-4
English Name
(3beta)-3-Hydroxychol-5-en-24-oic acid
Molecular Formula
C24H38O3
Molecular Weight
374.57 g/mol
SMILES
CC(CCC(=O)O)C1CCC2C1(CCC3C2CC=C4C3(CCC(C4)O)C)C
InChIKey
HIAJCGFYHIANNA-QIZZZRFXSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 13:36
