Aflatoxin B1

Aflatoxin B1 is a naturally occurring mycotoxin produced by certain strains of the fungi Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. These fungi can grow on crops such as peanuts, corn, cottonseed, and tree nuts, particularly in warm and humid conditions. Aflatoxin B1 is a potent carcinogen and is associated with an increased risk of liver cancer in humans and animals. It can also cause other health problems such as acute toxicity, immunosuppression, and growth impairment. Aflatoxin B1 is regulated by many countries and organizations, and efforts are made to prevent its contamination in food and feed.