Description

2,3-Dihydro-2,3-Dihydroxyaflatoxin B(1) is a key dihydrodiol metabolite of the potent mycotoxin Aflatoxin B1. This compound is of critical importance for research and analytical laboratories focused on mycotoxin metabolism, toxicology, and food safety. It serves as a vital reference standard and biochemical tool for scientists in toxicology, food science, and pharmaceutical development who require high-purity materials to study aflatoxin biotransformation pathways and associated health risks.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use as a certified standard for the accurate quantification and identification of aflatoxin metabolites in complex matrices via HPLC, LC-MS/MS, and other analytical techniques.
• Toxicology Research: Essential for in vitro and in vivo studies investigating the metabolic activation, detoxification pathways, and mechanism of action of Aflatoxin B1.
• Food & Feed Safety Testing: Used in the development and validation of testing methods to monitor aflatoxin contamination and ensure regulatory compliance in agricultural products.
• Biomarker Studies: Employed in research to understand and quantify exposure biomarkers related to aflatoxin ingestion in epidemiological studies.
• Enzymology Studies: Serves as a substrate or product in studies characterizing the enzymes involved in aflatoxin metabolism, such as cytochrome P450s and epoxide hydrolases.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in investigations aimed at developing therapeutic or preventative agents against aflatoxin-induced toxicity and carcinogenicity.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dihydro-2,3-Dihydroxyaflatoxin B(1)
CAS No.	50668-79-6
Molecular Formula	C17H14O8
Molecular Weight	346.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Aflatoxin B1 Dihydrodiol; 2,3-Dihydro-2,3-dihydroxy-aflatoxin B1; Aflatoxin B1-2,3-dihydrodiol; 2,3-Dihydro-2,3-dihydroxyaflatoxin B1; AFB1-dihydrodiol; (2R,3R)-2,3-Dihydro-2,3-dihydroxyaflatoxin B1; Aflatoxin B1 2,3-oxide hydrate
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Quality Control

Supplied as a high-purity analytical reference material, our 2,3-Dihydro-2,3-Dihydroxyaflatoxin B(1) undergoes rigorous identity confirmation and purity analysis. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing results from HPLC, NMR, and MS to ensure traceability and reliability for your critical research. We adhere to strict quality management protocols to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. Allow the sealed vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Identification (MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, Methanol

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