Glycocholic Acid
ICEGlycocholic acid is the glycine conjugate of cholic acid and is the primary bile acid component of human bile. It is manufactured by ICE Pharma through chemical synthesis from high purity cholic acid. It is chemically identical to the natural form.

- Product overview
- End Uses
- Manufacturing Sites
Products Overview
CAS Number
475-31-0
EC Number
207-494-9
Molecular Formula
C26H43NO6
Molecular Weight
465.631
Synonyms
Cholylglycine, 3α,7α,12α-Trihydroxy-5β-cholan-24-oic acid N-(carboxymethyl)amide, N-(3α,7α,12α-Hydroxy-5β-cholan-24-oyl)glycine
MDL Number
MFCD06408004
INCHL
RFDAIACWWDREDC-FRVQLJSFSA-N
UNII
G59NX3I3RT
Form
White Crystalline Powder
End Uses
Glycocholic acid has several uses primarily as an excipient in injectable drug formulations. It is used in these formulations due to its ability to form mixed micelles as well as its endogenous and biocompatible nature. This property can improve drug solubility and therefore bioavailability.
Manufacturing Sites
Sites |
Grade |
Packaging |
Standard Specification |
GMP Compliant |
DMF Available |
Chemical CEP |
BSETSE CEP |
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Basaluzzo, Italy |
N/A |
25 kg |
N/A |
Yes |
No |
No |
N/A |