Product Identification

Product Name

Sodium deoxycholate

Synonyms

5-beta-Cholan-24-oic acid, 3-alpha,12-alpha-dihydroxy, sodium salt
Cholan-24-oic acid, 3,12-dihydroxy-, monosodium salt, (3a,5b,12a)-
Deoxycholic acid monosodium salt
Desoxycholate sodium
Sodium (4R)-4-[(3R,5R,8R,9S,10S,12S,13R,14S,17R)-3,12-dihydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-tetradecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl]pentanoate

CAS

302-95-4

Formula

C24H39NaO4

Molecular Weight

414.57

EINECS

206-132-7

RTECS

FZ2250000

RTECS Class

Drug; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector

Beilstein/Gmelin

3581950

EC Class

harmful

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White solid.

Solubility in water

330 g/L (15 C)

Melting Point

357 - 365

Usage

Acts as a detergent to solubilize fats for intestinal absorption.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.

Inhalation

Dust is irritating to the respiratory tract.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 22

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.

Respirators

A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

HS Code

2918 19 30