Description

β-Aflatrem CAS NO 144446-23-1 is a potent tremorgenic mycotoxin produced by certain species of *Aspergillus* fungi. This compound is of significant interest in toxicological and pharmacological research due to its specific neurotoxic effects, which serve as a critical model for studying tremorgenic disorders and neurological pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and analytical laboratories focused on mycotoxin analysis, food safety, and neuropharmacology.

Application

• Toxicological Research: Used as a reference standard in studies investigating the mechanisms of tremorgenic mycotoxins and their impact on the central nervous system.
• Pharmacological Studies: Serves as a tool compound in neurological research to model tremors and study potential therapeutic interventions.
• Food and Feed Safety Analysis: Employed as an analytical standard in HPLC or LC-MS/MS methods for the detection and quantification of aflatrem contamination in agricultural products.
• Mycotoxin Reference Material: Essential for calibrating laboratory equipment and validating analytical methods in regulatory and quality control labs.
• Biochemical Research: Used in studies exploring fungal secondary metabolism and the biosynthesis pathways of indole-diterpenes.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Aflatrem
CAS No.	144446-23-1
Molecular Formula	C32H39NO6
Molecular Weight	533.66 g/mol
Synonyms	β-Aflatrem; Aflatrem B; 3,12-Didehydro-6,7-seco-12,13-epoxy-4,5-didehydro-6,7-seco-fumitremorgin C; Tremorgenic mycotoxin aflatrem; Indole-diterpene mycotoxin
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Quality Control

Our β-Aflatrem is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency for research applications. Each batch is accompanied by comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity and identity confirmation (IR, MS). Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters are available upon request to support your regulatory and research documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider keeping the material at -20°C under an inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (MS)	Conforms to reference mass
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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