CHOLIC ACID
Prepared at the 17th JECFA (1973), published in FNP 4 (1978) and in FNP 52 (1992). Metals and arsenic specifications revised at the 55th JECFA (2000). An ADI of 0-1.25 mg/kg bw was established at the 17th JECFA (1973) SYNONYMS INS No. 1000
DEFINITION
Chemical names Cholic acid, 3alpha,7alpha,12alpha-trihydroxy-5ß-cholan-24-oic acid, 3,7,12-trihydroxycholanic acid
C.A.S. number 81-25-4
Chemical formula C24H40O5
Formula weight 408.58
Assay Not less than 98% after drying
DESCRIPTION Colourless plates or a white crystalline powder
FUNCTIONAL USES Emulsifier
