Description

T-2 Toxin is a potent type A trichothecene mycotoxin produced by various *Fusarium* fungi. This compound is of significant interest in research and analytical fields due to its high toxicity and role as a model contaminant in food and feed safety studies. It is primarily required by analytical laboratories, food safety agencies, and research institutions for use as a certified reference material, in method development, and for toxicological studies.

Application

• Use as a certified reference standard (CRM) for the calibration of analytical instruments in food and feed safety testing.
• Critical component in the development and validation of analytical methods such as HPLC, LC-MS/MS, and ELISA for mycotoxin detection.
• Spiking agent for quality control and proficiency testing programs in analytical laboratories to ensure accurate contaminant measurement.
• Key material for toxicological and pharmacological research studying the effects of trichothecene mycotoxins on cells and organisms.
• Production of calibration solutions and kits used in commercial diagnostic and testing kits for mycotoxin analysis.
• Research into decontamination and mitigation strategies for mycotoxins in agricultural products.

Basic Information

Product Name	T-2 Toxin
CAS No.	21259-20-1
Molecular Formula	C24H34O9
Molecular Weight	466.52 g/mol
Synonyms	T-2 Mycotoxin; Insariotoxin; 4β,15-Diacetoxy-8α-(3-methylbutyryloxy)-3α-hydroxy-12,13-epoxytrichothec-9-ene; Fusariotoxin T2; NSC 138780; Toxin T2
EINECS	244-297-5

Quality Control

Every batch of our T-2 Toxin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. We provide high-purity material suitable for use as a reference standard, with comprehensive characterization to ensure identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results for assay, related substances, and identification are available upon request, supporting compliance with GLP and ISO 17025 standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider storing desiccated under an inert atmosphere at -20°C or below.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in acetonitrile, methanol, DMSO; sparingly soluble in water

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