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Deoxynivalenol

SKU 81106889 CAS 51481-10-8 C15H20O6 MW 296.32 Available on enquiry

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Deoxynivalenol (DON) is a mycotoxin produced by certain fungi, primarily *Fusarium* species, and is commonly found as a contaminant in grains like wheat, barley, and corn. It is used as a research tool in mycotoxin studies, food safety testing, and as a reference standard for analytical methods to detect and quantify its presence in agricultural products. Deoxynivalenol has a CAS number of 51481-10-8, with the molecular formula C15H20O6 and a molecular weight of 296.32 g/mol. It requires storage at 2 to 8°C and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its toxicity. Molekula supplies Deoxynivalenol 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: 81106889
CAS Number: 51481-10-8
IUPAC Name: (1R,2R,3S,7R,9R,10R,12S)-3,10-dihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,5-dimethylspiro[8-oxatricyclo[7.2.1.02,7]dodec-5-ene-12,2'-oxirane]-4-one
Molecular Formula: C15H20O6
Molecular Weight: 296.32
Exact Mass: 296.126
SMILES: CC1=C[C@@H]2[C@]([C@@H](C1=O)O)([C@]3(C[C@H]([C@H]([C@@]34CO4)O2)O)C)CO
InChIKey: LINOMUASTDIRTM-QGRHZQQGSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C15H20O6/c1-7-3-9-14(5-16,11(19)10(7)18)13(2)4-8(17)12(21-9)15(13)6-20-15/h3,8-9,11-12,16-17,19H,4-6H2,1-2H3/t8-,9-,11-,12-,13-,14-,15+/m1/s1
PubChem CID: 40024

Synonyms

12,13-Epoxy-3-alpha,7-alpha,15-trihydroxy-9-trichothecen-8-one
3-epi-DON
3alpha,7alpha,15-Trihydroxy-12,13-epoxytrichothec-9-en-8-one
4-Deoxynivalenol
4-Desoxynivalenol
Dehydronivalenol
Desoxynivalenol
Rd toxin
Trichothec-9-en-8-one, 12,13-epoxy-3,7,15-trihydroxy-, (3-alpha,7-alpha)-
Trichothec-9-en-8-one, 12,13-epoxy-3,7,15-trihydroxy-, (3a,7a)-

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point: 151-153 °C
Boiling Point: 500–550 °C

Source: PubChem CID 40024 (HSDB, Pertti (Bert) Hakkinen's Toxicology and Other Annotations)

Frequently asked questions

What is Deoxynivalenol (DON) used for?

Deoxynivalenol is primarily used as a research tool in mycotoxin studies, food safety testing, and agricultural research to analyze contamination risks in grains and feed.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Deoxynivalenol?

The chemical formula is **C15H20O6**, and the molecular weight is **296.32 g/mol**.

How should Deoxynivalenol be stored?

Store at **2–8°C** in a tightly sealed container to prevent degradation or contamination.

What grade or purity is available for Deoxynivalenol?

Molekula supplies Deoxynivalenol in **analytical-grade purity (≥98%)** for research and testing applications.

Can Molekula supply Deoxynivalenol in bulk quantities?

Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.

What documentation comes with an order of Deoxynivalenol?

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

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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.