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Citrinin

SKU 36119077 CAS 518-75-2 C13H14O5 MW 250.25 Available on enquiry

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Citrinin is a mycotoxin produced by certain fungi, primarily *Penicillium* and *Aspergillus* species, known for its antimicrobial properties and potential toxicity. It is primarily studied for its effects on microbial growth and as a model compound in mycotoxin research. This compound has a CAS number of 518-75-2, a molecular formula of C13H14O5, and a molecular weight of 250.25 g/mol. It must be stored between 2 to 8°C and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its hazardous nature. Molekula supplies Citrinin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 36119077
CAS Number: 518-75-2
IUPAC Name: (3R,4S)-6-hydroxy-3,4,5-trimethyl-8-oxo-3,4-dihydroisochromene-7-carboxylic acid
EC Number: 208-257-2
Molecular Formula: C13H14O5
Molecular Weight: 250.25
Exact Mass: 250.0841
SMILES: C[C@@H]1[C@H](OC=C2C1=C(C(=C(C2=O)C(=O)O)O)C)C
InChIKey: CBGDIJWINPWWJW-IYSWYEEDSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C13H14O5/c1-5-7(3)18-4-8-9(5)6(2)11(14)10(12(8)15)13(16)17/h4-5,7,14H,1-3H3,(H,16,17)/t5-,7-/m1/s1
PubChem CID: 54680783

Synonyms

(-)-Citrini
(3R,4S)-6-hydroxy-3,4,5-trimethyl-8-oxo-3,4-dihydroisochromene-7-carboxylic acid
4,6-Dihydro-8-hydroxy-3,4,5-trimethyl-6-oxo-3H-2-benzopyran-7-carboxylic acid
Citriain
KBio2_003499
KBioSS_000931
Spectrum_000451
Spectrum2_000734
Spectrum3_000240
Spectrum4_001804

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Frequently asked questions

What is citrinin primarily used for?

Citrinin is primarily used as a research tool in mycotoxin studies, particularly for investigating fungal metabolism and toxicity mechanisms.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of citrinin?

The chemical formula is **C₁₃H₁₄O₅** with a molecular weight of **250.25 g/mol**.

How should citrinin be stored?

Store citrinin at **2–8°C** in a tightly sealed container, protected from light and moisture.

What grade of citrinin does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies citrinin in **analytical and research-grade purity**, suitable for laboratory applications.

Can Molekula supply citrinin in bulk quantities?

Yes, citrinin is available in bulk for research and industrial applications—contact us for custom packaging options.

What documentation is provided with a citrinin order?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.