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7-Ketodeoxycholic acid

Also known as: 7-Keto-3α,12α-dihydroxycholanic acid, 7-Oxodeoxycholic acid, 3α,12α-Dihydroxy-7-oxo-5β-cholan-24-oic acid, 3α,12α-Diol-7-one-5β-cholanoic acid, 7-Dehydrocholic acid, (4R)-4-[(3R,5S,8R,9S,10S,12S,13R,14S,17R)-3,12-dihydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-7-oxo-1,2,3,4,5,6,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-tetradecahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl]pentanoic acid

7-Ketodeoxycholic acid (CAS 911-40-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C24H38O5 and a molecular weight of 406.55600 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 54-60ºC, a boiling point of 583ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.18g/cm3 and a flash point of 320.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
911-40-0
Jingsj CID
J-1960304-4
Molecular Formula
C24H38O5
Molecular Weight
406.55600 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point54-60ºC
Boiling Point583ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.18g/cm3
Flash Point320.4ºC
Exact Mass406.27200
PSA94.83000
LogP3.65690
Refractive Index1.55

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Sutherland JD, et al. The metabolism of primary, 7-oxo, and 7 beta-hydroxy bile acids by Clostridium absonum. J Lipid Res. 1982 Jul;23(5):726-32. [2]. Takahashi T, et al. Absence of cholic acid 7 alpha-dehydroxylase activity in the strains of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium. J Dairy Sci. 1994 Nov;77(11):3275-86.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 7-Ketodeoxycholic acid?

The CAS number of 7-Ketodeoxycholic acid is 911-40-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 7-Ketodeoxycholic acid?

7-Ketodeoxycholic acid has molecular formula C24H38O5 and molecular weight 406.55600 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 7-Ketodeoxycholic acid?

For 7-Ketodeoxycholic acid, Downstream Products: cholic acid, 12-(Acetyloxy)-3,6,7-trihydroxycholan-24-oic acid methyl ester.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "7-Ketodeoxycholic acid (CAS 911-40-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1960304-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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