Cholic acid is used as a preservative for food. It is widely used as an intermediate in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals. It finds use in biological research. It helps in detergents to soften biological fats. It helps in preventing and melting gallstones.
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ApplicationsCholic acid is used as a preservative for food. It is widely used as an intermediate in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals. It finds use in biological research. It helps in detergents to soften biological fats. It helps in preventing and melting gallstones.
SolubilitySoluble in alcohols, acetone, dimethylsulfoxide, methanol. Insoluble in water.
NotesStable. Incompatible with other materials such as strong oxidizing agents.