Description
Aflatoxins are mycotoxins found in foods and livestock feeds that were initially produced by species of Aspergillus. Aflatoxin G2 is cytotoxic; it inhibits DNA synthesis and induces cell cycle arrest.
Aflatoxins are mycotoxins found in foods and livestock feeds that were initially produced by species of Aspergillus. Aflatoxin G2 is cytotoxic; it inhibits DNA synthesis and induces cell cycle arrest.
Cas No. | 7241-98-7 |
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Purity | ≥98% |
Formula | C17H14O7 |
Formula Wt. | 330.29 |
Melting Point | 237.0-240.0°C |
Solubility | Soluble in methanol, DMSO |
Appearance | White to off white powder |
Store Temp | 4°C |
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Ship Temp | Ambient |
Info Sheet | A2050 Info Sheet PDF |
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Gabal MA, Hegazi SA, Hassanin N. Aflatoxin production by Aspergillus flavus field isolates. Vet Hum Toxicol. 1994 Dec;36(6):519-21. PMID: 7900269.