Description

Patulin is a mycotoxin produced by certain species of *Penicillium*, *Aspergillus*, and *Byssochlamys* molds. It is of significant concern in the food and agricultural industries due to its potential toxicity and common occurrence as a contaminant in fruits, grains, and their processed products. This compound is primarily utilized as a critical analytical reference standard for quality control and safety testing. Industries requiring precise detection and quantification of patulin include food safety laboratories, agricultural research, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with international safety limits.

Application

• Primary use as an analytical reference standard for the calibration of HPLC, LC-MS, and GC-MS instruments in food safety testing.
• Critical component in the development and validation of diagnostic assays and test kits for mycotoxin detection in agricultural products.
• Essential reagent in toxicological and pharmacological research to study its mechanisms of action, metabolism, and cellular effects.
• Used in method development and proficiency testing by commercial and regulatory laboratories to ensure accurate patulin monitoring.
• Applied in academic research for studies concerning fungal biology, mycotoxin biosynthesis, and food spoilage prevention strategies.
• Serves as a quality control material for manufacturers of fruit-based products like apple juice, cider, and purees to verify product safety.

Basic Information

Product Name	Patulin
CAS No.	748133-69-9
Molecular Formula	C7H6O4
Molecular Weight	154.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Clavacin; Claviformin; Expansin; Penicidin; Mycoin C3; 4-Hydroxy-4H-furo[3,2-c]pyran-2(6H)-one; Patuline
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Quality Control

Our Patulin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure the highest 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 compliance with international food safety regulations (e.g., EU, FDA). Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This product is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when opened for prolonged use. Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

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%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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