Description

Ochratoxin C is a significant mycotoxin and a structural analog of Ochratoxin A, primarily used as a critical analytical standard and reference material. Its importance lies in enabling accurate detection, quantification, and toxicological research of the more prevalent and toxic Ochratoxin A in various matrices. This compound is essential for laboratories and industries focused on food safety, agricultural research, and regulatory compliance. Professionals in analytical chemistry, mycotoxicology, and quality control rely on high-purity Ochratoxin C to ensure the accuracy and reliability of their testing protocols.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use as a certified reference material (CRM) for the calibration of analytical instruments like HPLC, LC-MS/MS, and ELISA kits.
• Food & Feed Safety Testing: Used in method development and validation for the detection and quantification of Ochratoxin A contamination in grains, coffee, wine, and animal feed.
• Toxicological & Metabolic Studies: Serves as a research tool to study the biosynthesis, metabolism, and comparative toxicity of ochratoxins in biological systems.
• Quality Control & Assurance: Employed by manufacturers of diagnostic kits and testing laboratories as an internal control to verify assay performance and accuracy.
• Regulatory Compliance: Supports compliance testing against international safety limits set by bodies like the FDA, EFSA, and Codex Alimentarius.
• Academic Research: Fundamental research in mycology, chemistry, and food science to understand the occurrence and impact of mycotoxins.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ochratoxin C
CAS No.	4865-85-4
Molecular Formula	C20H18ClNO6
Molecular Weight	403.81 g/mol
Synonyms	Ochratoxin C; 7-Chloro-3,4-dihydro-8-hydroxy-3-methyl-1-oxo-1H-2-benzopyran-7-carboxylic acid 4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-L-2-aminobutanoyl ester; L-β-Phenylalanine, N-[(5-chloro-3,4-dihydro-8-hydroxy-3-methyl-1-oxo-1H-2-benzopyran-7-yl)carbonyl]-4-hydroxy-, (S)-; Ethyl ochratoxin C; OTC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ochratoxin C 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 reliable and reproducible scientific and regulatory outcomes.

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 atmospheric moisture and light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (MS)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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