Description

5-β-Cholan-24-Oic Acid, 3-Alpha,6-α-Dihydroxy-, Sodium Salt is a high-purity sodium salt derivative of a dihydroxylated bile acid, specifically designed for advanced research and pharmaceutical development. This compound is critical for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in the synthesis and analysis of steroidal molecules and their conjugates. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, analytical laboratories, and fine chemical manufacturers working on metabolic pathways, drug delivery systems, and diagnostic reagents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for the synthesis of novel steroidal drugs and bioactive conjugates.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Mass Spectrometry (MS) for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of bile acids and related metabolites.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of cholesterol metabolism, liver function, and the enterohepatic circulation due to its structural relevance to natural bile salts.
• Cell Culture & Membrane Studies: Acts as a surfactant or membrane-disrupting agent in specialized cell biology and biophysics research applications.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: A potential component in the formulation of clinical diagnostic kits for liver and gastrointestinal disorders.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-β-Cholan-24-Oic Acid, 3-Alpha,6-α-Dihydroxy-, Sodium Salt
CAS No.	31687-62-4
Molecular Formula	C24H39NaO5
Molecular Weight	430.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 3α,6α-Dihydroxy-5β-cholan-24-oate; 3α,6α-Dihydroxy-5β-cholanic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Hyodeoxycholate; Sodium Hyodeoxycholic Acid; HDC-Na; Hyodeoxycholic Acid Sodium Salt; 5β-Cholan-24-oic Acid, 3α,6α-dihydroxy-, Sodium Salt (1:1)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-β-Cholan-24-Oic Acid, 3-Alpha,6-α-Dihydroxy-, Sodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. Avoid prolonged exposure to high humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.