3-Oxocholic acid

Also known as: 3-Oxo-7α,12α-dihydroxy-5β-cholan-24-oic acid, 3-Oxo-7α,12α-dihydroxy-5β-cholanic acid, 7α,12α-Dihydroxy-3-oxo-5β-cholanic acid, 3-Ketocholic acid, 3-Oxocholic acid (Standard), 7α,12α-Dihydroxy-3-oxo-5β-cholan-24-oic acid, Cholan-24-oic acid, 7,12-dihydroxy-3-oxo-, (5β,7α,12α)-

3-Oxocholic acid (CAS 2304-89-4) 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 185℃, a boiling point of 583.0±50.0℃(Predicted) and a density of 1.180±0.06g/ml(Predicted). No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 2304-89-4
Jingsj CID: J-1983772-0
Molecular Formula: C₂₄H₃₈O₅
Molecular Weight: 406.55600 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	185℃
Boiling Point	583.0±50.0℃(Predicted)
Density	1.180±0.06g/ml(Predicted)
Exact Mass	406.27200
PSA	94.83000
LogP	3.65690
Vapor Pressure	5.08E-16mmHg at 25°C

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Macdonald I, et al. Identification of 7alpha-, 12alpha-dihydroxy-3-oxo cholanoic acid as the major degradation product from cholic by C. perfringens. J Steroid Biochem. 1978 Apr;9(4):353-8. [2]. Yan K, et al. The Changes of Serum Metabolites in Diabetic GK Rats after Ileal Transposition Surgery. Obes Surg. 2019 Mar;29(3):882-890. [3]. Wahlström A, et al. Intestinal Crosstalk between Bile Acids and Microbiota and Its Impact on Host Metabolism. Cell Metab. 2016 Jul 12;24(1):41-50.

Additional Information

[1]. Macdonald I, et al. Identification of 7alpha-, 12alpha-dihydroxy-3-oxo cholanoic acid as the major degradation product from cholic by C. perfringens. J Steroid Biochem. 1978 Apr;9(4):353-8. [2]. Yan K, et al. The Changes of Serum Metabolites in Diabetic GK Rats after Ileal Transposition Surgery. Obes Surg. 2019 Mar;29(3):882-890. [3]. Wahlström A, et al. Intestinal Crosstalk between Bile Acids and Microbiota and Its Impact on Host Metabolism. Cell Metab. 2016 Jul 12;24(1):41-50.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Oxocholic acid?

The CAS number of 3-Oxocholic acid is 2304-89-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Oxocholic acid?

3-Oxocholic acid has molecular formula C24H38O5 and molecular weight 406.55600 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Oxocholic acid?

For 3-Oxocholic acid, Downstream Products: (7α,12α)-7,12-dihydroxy-3-oxochol-4-en-24-oic acid.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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