Alternaria Toxin Analysis: Countermeasures Against New Generation Threats to Food Security
Alternaria toxins, Alternaria They are mycotoxins produced by fungi of the genus and can occur naturally, especially in fruits, vegetables, grains and processed foods. In recent years, these toxins have become increasingly important in food safety inspections due to their potential adverse effects on human health.
What Are Alternaria Toxins?
Alternaria fungi can multiply rapidly under conditions such as poor storage conditions, high humidity and post-harvest injuries. During this process, they can produce toxins such as AOH (alternariol), AME (alternariol monomethyl ether), ALT (altenuene) and TEN (tentotoxin). Some Alternaria toxins are notable for their genotoxic, mutagenic and cell division disrupting effects.
Which products carry risks?
- Tomato and tomato products
- Apples and Apple Juice
- Grapes and dried fruits
- Cereals and their derivatives
- Sunflower seeds, oil seeds and some spices
Analysis Methods
Alternaria toxin analyses are processes that require high sensitivity. In our laboratory, multiple toxin analyses are performed with advanced technology devices such as LC-MS/MS (liquid chromatography – tandem mass spectrometry). Thanks to this method, multiple Alternaria toxins can be detected simultaneously quickly and reliably.
Why is it important?
Many countries, especially the European Union, have begun to collect scientific data on Alternaria toxins and have reached the stage of developing legislative regulations in this area. For food producers and exporters, the presence of these toxins can directly affect product quality and market suitability.
Alternaria Toxin Analysis in Our Laboratory
Our Sia Food Control Laboratory offers comprehensive analysis services for Alternaria toxins. We secure your production and export processes with reliable results, fast reporting and our expert staff.