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cholic acid
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Synonyms:  | 3α,7α,12α-Trihydroxy-5β-cholanic acid, Cholanic acid
Formula:  | C24H40O5

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Uses:  | bile acid

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Properties:  | emulsifier

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408.57  | 81-25-4

Cholic acid, and its derivatives, are the major components of bile. It is structurally similar to cholesterol and steroids. Related bile acids include deoxycholic acid, dehydrocholic acid and others.