Gyromitrin is a chemical compound primarily known for its presence in certain species of mushrooms, particularly those in the Gyromitra genus. It is classified as a hydrazine derivative and is recognized for its potential toxicity. Gyromitrin is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor, often described as similar to that of gasoline. The compound is unstable and can decompose to produce harmful substances, including monomethylhydrazine, which is a highly toxic and carcinogenic compound. Due to its toxic nature, gyromitrin poses significant health risks if ingested, leading to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and in severe cases, liver damage or neurological effects. Its use is largely restricted, and it is not commonly encountered outside of specific research contexts. Safety precautions are essential when handling gyromitrin, given its hazardous properties. Overall, gyromitrin serves as a reminder of the complexities and dangers associated with certain natural compounds found in fungi.

gyromitrin

16568-02-8: 2-Ethylidene-1-methylhydrazinecarboxaldehyde, Acetaldehyde N-formyl-N-methylhydrazone, Acetaldehyde methylformylhydrazone, Acetaldehyde-N-Methyl-N-Formylhydrazone, Acetaldehydemethylformylhydrazone, Ethylenegyromitrin, Ethylidene gyromitrin, Formic acid, ethylidenemethylhydrazide, Formicacid,Ethylidenemethylhydrazide, Hydrazinecarboxaldehyde, 2-ethylidene-1-methyl-, Hydrazinecarboxaldehyde, ethylidenemethyl-, Methylformylhydrazone, N'-[(1E)-ethylidene]-N-methylformic hydrazide, N'-ethylidene-N-methylformic hydrazide

Stability Light Sensitive
Applications Gyromitrin is hepatotoxic and carcinogenic compound that is found in G. esculenta and few other mushrooms, which has resulted in severe poisonings and even deaths in human.
 Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
References Michelot, D., et al.: J. Appl. Toxicol., 11, 235 (1991)


Gyromitrin

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CAS 16568-02-8: gyromitrin

Gyromitrin

Ref: TR-G931900

Gyromitrin

Ref: 3D-RAA56802