Citrinin
[CAS# 518-75-2]

Identification

• Classification: API >> Antibiotics >> Other antibiotics
• Name: Citrinin
• Synonyms: 4,6-Dihydro-8-hydroxy-3,4,5-trimethyl-6-oxo-3H-2-benzopyran-7-carboxylic acid; (3R,4S)-4,6-Dihydro-8-hydroxy-3,4,5-trimethyl-6-oxo-3H-2-benzopyran-7-carboxylic acid
• Molecular Formula: C₁₃H₁₄O₅
• Molecular Weight: 250.25
• CAS Registry Number: 518-75-2
• EC Number: 208-257-2

Properties

• Density: 1.37
• Melting point: 178-179 ºC (dec.)
• Section 3: Safety Codes
• Section 4: More Information

Safety Data

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	3	H311
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	3	H301
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	3	H331
Carcinogenicity	Carc.	2	H351
Eye irritation	Eye Irrit.	2	H319
Skin irritation	Skin Irrit.	2	H315
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure	STOT SE	3	H335