Citreoviridin
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| ECHA InfoCard | 100.164.506 |
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| Formula | C23H30O6 |
| Molar mass | 402.487 g·mol−1 |
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Citreoviridin is a mycotoxin which is produced by Penicillium and Aspergillus species.[2][3][4] If rice, corn, cereals or meat products are contaminated with Penicillin citreoviridin, citreoviridin can be produced if the food is stored in a damp place.[4] Consuming food which is contaminated with citreoviridin can cause the disease cardiac beri beri.[5][6] Furthermore, it damages liver and kidneys.[5]