Replaces Prod. #: ALX-380-058
Antibiotic. Induces mitochondrial permeability pore opening and inhibits respiration by interfering with complex I of the respiratory chain. Mycotoxin. Acts as nephrotoxin in all species in which it has been tested. Has been implicated as a cause of Balkan nephropathy and yellow rice fever in humans. Induces apoptosis.
Product Specification
Formula: C13H14O5
MW: 250.3
Purity: ≥ 98%
Appearance: Yellow solid.
CAS: 518-75-2
Source/Host: Isolated from Penicillium citrinum
Solubility: Soluble in 100% ethanol, methylene chloride (10mg/ml), methanol, dioxane, pyridine or dichlormethane. Insoluble in water.
Shipping: AMBIENT
Long Term Storage: -20°C
Use/Stability: Solutions change color with changes in pH from yellow (pH 4.6) to red (pH 9.9).
Hazard: TOXIC.