Description

Fumonisin A1 is a specific mycotoxin belonging to the fumonisin family, a group of toxic metabolites primarily produced by *Fusarium* fungi. This compound is of significant interest in research and analytical chemistry for its role in food and feed safety, toxicology studies, and the development of detection methods. It is essential for laboratories and institutions focused on mycotoxin analysis, agricultural science, and regulatory compliance. The product is supplied as a high-purity analytical standard to ensure reliable and reproducible results.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use as a certified reference material (CRM) for the accurate quantification and identification of fumonisins in complex matrices via HPLC, LC-MS/MS, or ELISA.
• Food & Feed Safety Research: Critical for method development and validation in monitoring fumonisin contamination in corn, maize, cereals, and other agricultural commodities to ensure compliance with global safety regulations.
• Toxicological Studies: Used in biomedical and pharmacological research to investigate the mechanisms of toxicity, carcinogenicity, and health impacts associated with fumonisin exposure.
• Quality Control & Assurance: Serves as an internal standard for in-house quality control protocols in diagnostic kit manufacturing and testing laboratories.
• Regulatory and Proficiency Testing: Employed by governmental and third-party testing bodies to calibrate equipment and assess laboratory performance in inter-laboratory comparison studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fumonisin A1
CAS No.	117415-48-2
Molecular Formula	C34H59NO15
Molecular Weight	721.83 g/mol
Synonyms	Fumonisin A1; FA1; Fumonisin A1; (1S,2S,3R,5R,10R,12S,14R,15R,16S,20S,21S,24S,28S,29S)-14,15,21,24-Tetrahydroxy-12-(1-hydroxyethyl)-20-(1-methyl-2-oxo-2-[(2S,3S,5S,6R)-3,5,6-trihydroxy-2-oxooxan-4-yl]aminoethyl)-10,16,28-trimethyl-9,22,27-trioxo-8,30-dioxa-23-azapentacyclo[23.2.1.01,5.02,20.03,16]triacontan-29-yl hydrogen phosphate; Mycotoxin Fumonisin A1
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Quality Control

Every batch of Fumonisin A1 is manufactured and handled under strict quality management protocols. The product undergoes rigorous identity confirmation, purity analysis, and stability testing to ensure it meets the high standards required for analytical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with each shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to maintain stability and purity. Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.