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Aflatoxicol

Aflatoxicol is a mycotoxin that was initially produced by Aspergillus; it is a metabolite of aflatoxin B1. Aflatoxicol is a grain contaminant occasionally found in livestock feed. Like other aflatoxins, this compound may form DNA adducts, displaying carcinogenic potential.

References PubMed ID::http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18836998

Cas No.

29611-03-8

Purity

≥98%

Formula

C17H14O6

Formula Wt.

314.29

Appearance

White Crystal Powder

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