Ochratoxin A (Benzene Free)
Molecular Formula
C20H18ClNO6
M.W.
403.81
CAS number
303-47-9
Source
Aspergillus ochraceus
Fermentek product Code
OCA-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White to off-white powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
105°C-112°C
Solubility test
Clear yellowish solution at 10mg/ml Methanol
Names and identifiers

RTECS AY4375000

EU number
206-143-7
Description

Ochratoxin A: mycotoxin.

Ochratoxin A (OTA) is a para-chlorophenolic mycotoxin produced by the mold fungi of the Aspergillus and Penicillium species

InChl Key
RWQKHEORZBHNRI-BMIGLBTASA-N
Canonical SMILES
CC1CC2=C(C=C(C(=C2C(=O)O1)O)C(=O)NC(CC3=CC=CC=C3)C(=O)O)Cl
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@@H]1CC2=C(C=C(C(=C2C(=O)O1)O)C(=O)N[C@@H](CC3=CC=CC=C3)C(=O)O)Cl
Solubility ( literature )

DMSO, Methanol, Ethanol.

Compound Classification

Isocoumarin mycotoxin

Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Protect from moisture
Open carefully.
Use the original container to store the product.
Keep the lid tightly closed.
Avoid exposing to strong direct light.
Other vendors may recommend higher temperatures for storage.
Retest time
3 Years
Applications

Ochratoxin A is a potent teratogen in mice, rats, hamsters and chickens, but not apparently in pigs when fed to sows during early pregnancy. Ochratoxin A is known to affect the immune system in a number of mammalian species

Disclaimer
For Research use only
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Available since
Fermentek Product Category
Signal to sort
O