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Usage

Uses

Used in Research Applications:
Aflatoxin B1 dichloride is used as a research tool for studying the effects of aflatoxins on various biological systems. It helps researchers understand the mechanisms of toxicity and carcinogenicity associated with aflatoxin exposure.
Used in Analytical Chemistry:
Aflatoxin B1 dichloride is used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry for the development and validation of methods to detect and quantify aflatoxins in food and feed products. This helps ensure the safety and quality of these products by monitoring their contamination levels.
Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
Aflatoxin B1 dichloride is used in the pharmaceutical industry for the development of drugs and therapies targeting the detoxification and prevention of aflatoxin-induced diseases. This can contribute to the improvement of public health by reducing the risk of exposure to this harmful mycotoxin.
Used in Food Safety and Quality Control:
Aflatoxin B1 dichloride is used in food safety and quality control applications to establish regulatory limits and guidelines for aflatoxin contamination in various food products. This helps protect consumers from the potential health risks associated with aflatoxin exposure and ensures the safety of the food supply chain.

Potential Exposure

Aflatoxins are a group of toxic metabolites produced by certain types of fungi. Aflatoxins are not commercially manufactured; they are naturally occurring contaminants that are formed by fungi on food during conditions of high temperatures and high humidity. Most human exposure to aflatoxins occurs through ingestion of contaminated food. The estimated amount of aflatoxins that Americans consume daily is estimated to be 0.15 0.50 μg. Grains, peanuts, tree nuts, and cottonseed meal are among the more common foods on which these fungi grow. Meat, eggs, milk, and other edible products from animals that consume aflatoxincontaminated feed may also contain aflatoxins. Aflatoxins can also be breathed in

Shipping

UN3172 Toxins, extracted from living sources, solid or liquid, Hazard Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials, Technical Name Required. UN2811 Toxic solids, organic, n.o.s., Hazard Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials, Technical Name Required.

Incompatibilities

Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates, nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine, bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires or explosions. Keep away from alkaline materials, strong bases, strong acids, oxoacids, epoxides.

Waste Disposal

Consult with environmental regulatory agencies for guidance on acceptable disposal practices. Generators of waste containing this contaminant (≥100 kg/mo) must conform with EPA regulations governing storage, transportation, treatment, and waste disposal. Use of oxidizing agents, such as hydrogen peroxide or 5% sodium hypochlorite bleach. Acids and bases may also be used.