Description

Iso T-2 Toxin is a potent trichothecene mycotoxin, a secondary metabolite produced by various Fusarium fungi. This compound is of significant interest for research and analytical purposes due to its role as a reference standard in food safety and toxicology studies. It is primarily utilized by analytical laboratories, research institutions, and quality control departments within the agricultural, food, and pharmaceutical industries to ensure product safety and compliance.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use as a certified reference material (CRM) for the calibration and validation of analytical methods.
• Food Safety Testing: Critical for the accurate quantification of T-2 toxin and its metabolites in grains, cereals, and animal feed to monitor mycotoxin contamination.
• Toxicological Research: Used in studies investigating the mechanisms of trichothecene toxicity, immunotoxicity, and cellular effects.
• Method Development: Essential for developing and optimizing detection techniques such as HPLC, LC-MS/MS, and ELISA kits.
• Quality Control: Serves as a benchmark in laboratory proficiency testing and internal quality assurance programs.
• Regulatory Compliance: Supports testing to meet global food safety regulations set by authorities like the FDA, EFSA, and Codex Alimentarius.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iso T-2 Toxin
CAS No.	34084-03-2
Molecular Formula	C24H34O9
Molecular Weight	466.52 g/mol
Synonyms	3'-Hydroxy T-2 Toxin; 3'-Hydroxy-T-2 Toxin; 3α-Hydroxy T-2 Toxin; Iso T-2 Toxin; 3'-OH-T-2; 8-(3-Methylbutanoyloxy)-4,15-diacetoxy-3α-hydroxy-12,13-epoxytrichothec-9-en; 4β,15-Diacetoxy-3α-hydroxy-8α-(3-methylbutyryloxy)-12,13-epoxytrichothec-9-ene
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Quality Control

Our Iso T-2 Toxin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure the highest standards of purity and consistency, suitable for sensitive analytical applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant guidelines for reference materials to support your compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to moisture and light. For long-term storage, consider desiccants and under inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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