Description

Ethyl Ursodeoxycholate is a high-purity, synthetic derivative of the primary bile acid ursodeoxycholic acid, specifically the ethyl ester. This compound is a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced pharmaceutical research and development, particularly for hepatoprotective and metabolic therapies. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors who require a reliable, high-quality building block for drug synthesis and analytical method development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthetic precursor in the production of novel therapeutic agents targeting liver and metabolic diseases.
• Reference Standard: Used for quality control, method validation, and calibration in analytical laboratories (HPLC, LC-MS).
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of bile acid metabolism, receptor binding assays, and cell signaling pathways.
• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Development: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of more complex, potent derivatives with enhanced pharmacological profiles.
• Metabolite Standard: Critical for identifying and quantifying ursodeoxycholic acid metabolites in pharmacokinetic and bioanalytical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Ursodeoxycholate
CAS No.	69519-36-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₄₄O₄
Molecular Weight	420.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Ursodeoxycholate; Ursodeoxycholic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3α,7β-dihydroxy-5β-cholan-24-oate; UDCA Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3α,7β-dihydroxycholanoate; 5β-Cholan-24-oic acid, 3α,7β-dihydroxy-, ethyl ester, (3α,5β,7β)-; Ethyl 3α,7β-dihydroxy-5β-cholanate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl Ursodeoxycholate CAS NO 69519-36-4 is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical research. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results and specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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