Hepatoxic mycotoxins produced by
Aspergillus ochraceus and A. niger and some Penicillium species, mainly P. verrocosum and P. carbonarius that contaminate cottonseed, breads, and
raw foods such as stored grains, fruits, such as corn
and peanuts.
Hazard
Poison; extremely toxic; teratogen.
Safety Profile
Poison by ingestion. Anexperimental teratogen. When heated to decomposition itemits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
