patulin

[ pat-yoo-lin, pach-oo- ]

noun

, Pharmacology.

1. a toxic antibiotic, C 7 H 6 O 4 , derived from various fungi, as Penicillium patulum and Aspergillus clavatus.

Word History and Origins

Origin of patulin¹

1940–45; < New Latin patul ( um ) specific epithet of the fungus ( Latin: neuter of patulus patulous ) + -in ²

Example Sentences

The indictment also alleges Valley Processing underreported levels of arsenic and a chemical called patulin, caused by rotting, in batches of apple juice sold by the company.

From Seattle Times

Investigators also said a 2019 FDA inspection found similar levels of arsenic and claimed the company did not investigate the cause of the contamination and failed to investigate or track patulin levels.

From Washington Times

Federal officials claimed that Valley Processing Inc. was found to have products contaminated with inorganic arsenic, which can be found in soil and groundwater, and patulin, a chemical caused by mold on spoiled fruit.

From Washington Times

"There have been serious outbreaks in the past, incidents of people being poisoned by drinking bad apple juice, which contains a toxin called patulin."

From BBC

An FDA inspection also discovered Valley Processing would mix batches of juice to dilute patulin levels.

From Seattle Times