Lithocholic acid, 95%+

Name: Lithocholic acid, 95%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003020

About Lithocholic acid, 95%+

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Lithocholic acid, a lipid registered under CAS number 434-13-9 at a purity of ≥95%. With the molecular formula C24H40O3, it has a molar mass of 376.6 g/mol. It is also known as 3a-Hydroxy-5ß-cholan-24-oic acid or 3a-Hydroxy-5ß-cholanic acid.

It is supplied as a white to off-white powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 183-188 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span lipid research, membrane and liposome studies and nutritional research. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Lithocholic acid in 10 g, 25 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Lipid research
Membrane & liposome studies
Nutritional research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Lithocholic acid, 95%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-003020
CAS Number	434-13-9
IUPAC name	(4R)-4-[(3R,5R,8R,9S,10S,13R,14S,17R)-3-hydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-tetradecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl]pentanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₂₄H₄₀O₃
Molecular weight	376.6 g/mol
Exact mass	376.2977
Purity / assay	≥95%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	SMEROWZSTRWXGI-HVATVPOCSA-N
SMILES	C[C@H](CCC(=O)O)[C@H]1CC[C@@H]2[C@@]1(CC[C@H]3[C@H]2CC[C@H]4[C@@]3(CC[C@H](C4)O)C)C
PubChem CID	9903

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Melting point	183-188 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	6.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	3a-Hydroxy-5ß-cholan-24-oic acid, 3a-Hydroxy-5ß-cholanic acid, 5ß-Cholan-24-oic acid-3a-ol, 3alpha-Hydroxy-5beta-cholan-24-oic acid, 3alpha-Hydroxy-5beta-cholanic acid, 3alpha-Hydroxycholanic acid, 3-alpha-Hydroxycholanic acid, 3alpha-Hydroxy-5beta-cholanate, 3alpha-Hydroxy-5beta-cholanoic acid, 5-beta-Cholanic acid, 3-alpha-hydroxy-, 5beta-Cholan-24-oic acid, 3alpha-hydroxy-, 17-beta-(1-Methyl-3-carboxypropyl)ethiocholan-3-alpha-ol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Lithocholic acid, 95%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Lithocholic acid, 95%+ is 434-13-9. It is also known as 3a-Hydroxy-5ß-cholan-24-oic acid, 3a-Hydroxy-5ß-cholanic acid, 5ß-Cholan-24-oic acid-3a-ol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Lithocholic acid, 95%+?

Lithocholic acid, 95%+ has the molecular formula C24H40O3 and a molecular weight of 376.6 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Lithocholic acid, 95%+ can I order?

We supply Lithocholic acid, 95%+ in (≥95%) grade, in 10 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Lithocholic acid, 95%+?

Yes. Every lot of Lithocholic acid, 95%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Lithocholic acid, 95%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Lithocholic acid, 95%+ is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.