Description

Aflatoxin R0 is a critical analytical reference standard used for the precise identification and quantification of aflatoxin metabolites in complex matrices. This compound is essential for ensuring food and feed safety by enabling accurate risk assessment and regulatory compliance. It is primarily utilized by analytical laboratories, research institutions, and quality control departments within the food safety, agricultural, and pharmaceutical industries.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use as a certified standard for calibrating HPLC, LC-MS/MS, and other chromatographic systems in mycotoxin analysis.
• Food Safety Testing: Critical for the accurate quantification of aflatoxin metabolites in nuts, grains, spices, and dairy products to ensure compliance with global safety limits (e.g., EU, FDA).
• Feed Quality Control: Used in the analysis of animal feed ingredients to prevent the introduction of aflatoxins into the food chain through livestock.
• Biomedical Research: Serves as a key reagent in studies investigating the metabolism, toxicology, and carcinogenic pathways of aflatoxins.
• Method Development & Validation: Employed by laboratories to develop, optimize, and validate new analytical methods for aflatoxin detection.
• Quality Assurance Programs: Used in proficiency testing and inter-laboratory comparison studies to ensure consistency and accuracy across testing facilities.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Aflatoxin R0
CAS No.	99751-62-9
Molecular Formula	C17H14O7
Molecular Weight	330.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Aflatoxin R0; Aflatoxin RO; 8,9-Dihydro-8,9-dihydroxyaflatoxin B1; 8,9-Dihydro-8,9-dihydroxy-aflatoxin B1; Aflatoxin B1 8,9-dihydrodiol; Aflatoxin B1-8,9-dihydrodiol; (8R,9R)-8,9-Dihydro-8,9-dihydroxyaflatoxin B1
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Quality Control

Every batch of Aflatoxin R0 is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. The material undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization using techniques including HPLC, LC-MS, and NMR to confirm identity and establish purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting batch-specific data. Our quality systems are designed to support compliance with ISO 17034 (Reference Material Producer) and ISO/IEC 17025 (Testing Laboratory) principles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container should be allowed to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation. For long-term stability, store under inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Identification (MS)	Mass spectrum corresponds to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, Methanol; Slightly soluble in Water

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