98% High Quality Deoxycholic acid

Deoxycholic acid More Info

Deoxycholic acid is a naturally occurring secondary bile acid synthesized in the human liver as a metabolic byproduct of the gut microbiota's action on primary bile acids. It plays a crucial physiological role in the emulsification and absorption of dietary fats and lipids in the intestine. As a chemical entity, it is a steroidal acid with a characteristic hydrophobic and hydrophilic face, which gives it potent surfactant properties. While it can be isolated from animal bile, the material used for pharmaceutical and commercial applications is often produced through synthetic or semi-synthetic processes to ensure high purity, consistency, and freedom from biological contaminants. Its biological function and chemical structure have made it a subject of significant interest for both therapeutic and research applications.

Uses and Applications

The primary application of deoxycholic acid is in the pharmaceutical and aesthetic medicine fields. It is the active pharmaceutical ingredient in an FDA-approved injectable treatment that is used to reduce moderate to severe fat deposits under the chin (submental fat). Its mechanism of action involves physically disrupting the cell membrane of adipocytes (fat cells), leading to cell lysis and a localized reduction of fat. Beyond this approved cosmetic use, it is an indispensable laboratory reagent in biochemistry. It is commonly used in vitro to form micelles and solubilize membrane proteins and lipids for research purposes. It also finds use as a chiral selector in chromatography and as a processing aid in some industrial applications.

Application Market

The market for deoxycholic acid is a high-value, specialized niche. Its most significant market driver is the aesthetic medicine and cosmetic surgery sector, where it is sold as a patented prescription drug for non-surgical fat reduction. This places it within the lucrative medical aesthetics market, which is experiencing robust growth globally. As a research chemical, it is supplied to academic, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology laboratories worldwide for use in various experimental protocols. The market is characterized by stringent quality control requirements, particularly for the injectable pharmaceutical grade, which must adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). Supply is dominated by a limited number of specialized fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers.

Important Considerations

Deoxycholic acid is a biologically active compound that requires careful handling. In its pharmaceutical form, it is a prescription-only drug and must be administered only by licensed healthcare professionals trained in the specific injection technique, as improper use can lead to serious nerve injury or tissue damage. When handling the pure substance in a laboratory or industrial setting, strict precautions must be observed, including the use of gloves, safety glasses, and other personal protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contact, which can be irritating. Its use in any injectable formulation is strictly regulated and must be approved by relevant health authorities. It is not for consumer use in its raw form. All claims regarding its efficacy must be compliant with its approved regulatory labeling.

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Q1. Can I get a free sample?

We can send you a samll free sample, and you only need to pay for the shipping cost.

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Q3. What is HyperChem shipment policy?

Our policy is to strive for the quickest shipment time possible.

For ready stock samples, they are usually shipped within 3 working days after payment received.
For non-ready stock, please contact HyperChem sales team to negotiate.

Q4. What is HyperChem shipment term?

By Express  
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Fast: 3-7 days around, high cost, door to door service

By Air                                        
Suitable for more than 50kg 
Fast: 3-7 days, hight cost, port to port, professional broker needed 

By Sea
Suitable for more than 500kg      
Fast: 7-45 days, low cost, port to port, professional broker needed 

We will always attempt to utilize the quickest and most affordable way for customers to receive orders. And follow -up with customers via email for all shipment details as well as updated track information until it arrives without damage.

Q5. What HyperChem will provide after shipment?

For sample orders: 
After shipment is done, an timely email including:

1. Track details (Fedex /TNT/DHL/EMS Track number)
2. Packaging photo
3. COA, MSDS, etc
4. Dispatch date & Estimated arriving time
5. Shipping invoice

For commercial orders
A full set of shipment documents as well as package photos can be provided in scan-copy and original, to help customers complete the customs clearance process.

Company Profile

Established in 2013, Hyper Chem has exclusive tie-ups with leading manufacturers, supplying raw materials produced in GMP and ISO 9002 certified facilities, and provides high-quality ingredients and raw materials to cater to the requirements of our diverse range of clients.

Among them, our key client industrial sectors around the global are:

Pharmaceuticals
Nutrition Ingredients/ Dietary supplements
Cosmetic Ingredients
Food Ingredients
Veterinary API
Agriculture fertilizer
Custom Synthesis lab supply

HyperChem provides to its wonderful and honorable clients comprehensive purchasing and distribution services which ensure that we are delivering the right generic, raw, or customized product, make sure that we are delivering it at the right time, ensure that it is delivered in the specified amount, and in the right kind of packaging to clients and customers of all types of industries irrespective of their size of operation.