Aflatoxin

Chemical formula for Aflatoxin B1, C17H12O6
Molecular Weight: 312.3 g/mol

Aflatoxins are mycotoxins produced by two species of Aspergillus, a fungus found especially in areas with hot and humid climates. Aflatoxins are highly toxic even in low concentrations. In addition, they belong to the strongest naturally occurring carcinogenic substances.

Aflatoxin B1 is the most common in food and among the most potent genotoxic and carcinogenic aflatoxins. It is produced both by Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. Aflatoxin M1 is a major metabolite of aflatoxin B1 in humans and animals, when lactating cows eat contaminated feed. It is secreted with the milk and may also be present in cheese and other dairy products.

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