Glycochenodeoxycholic acid

CAS: 640-79-9

Ref. 3D-FG172125

Product Information

• Name: Glycochenodeoxycholic acid
• Synonyms: N-(3alpha,7alpha-Dihydroxy-24-oxocholan-24-yl)glycine 3alpha,7alpha-Dihydroxy-5beta-cholanoic acid N-(carboxymethyl)amide
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Glycochenodeoxycholic acid is a conjugated bile acid, which is derived from the amino acid glycine and chenodeoxycholic acid, a primary bile acid synthesized from cholesterol in the liver. It primarily acts as a detergent, aiding in the emulsification and absorption of dietary fats in the small intestine by forming micelles with lipids.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 449.64 g/mol
• Formula: C₂₆H₄₃NO₅
• Purity: Min. 85 Area-%
• Color/Form: Powder