Decarbamoylgonyautoxin 1 is an exogenous organic compound with the formula C9H16N6O8S and an average molecular weight of 368.32 g/mol. It exists as a solid at room temperature. Decarbamoylgonyautoxin 1 belongs to the saxitoxins, gonyautoxins, and derivatives, a class of phenylpropanoids and polyketides within the organic compounds.
The compound is found in or released from 13 recorded sources across several sectors. These include Electrical & Electronic Equipment, specifically cell phones, capacitors, wires and cables, batteries, and printed circuit boards, among one other source. It is also found in synthetic textiles, carpets, and rugs within the textiles, leather & furnishings sector, as well as food packaging in the food, food processing & cookware sector. Additionally, it is associated with medical devices in the healthcare, pharmaceuticals & veterinary products sector, and lubricants used in both energy, oil & gas and industrial manufacturing & chemical processing, along with one other sector. Recorded exposure routes for the substance include inhalation, oral, and touch.
belongs to the class of organic compounds known as saxitoxins, gonyautoxins, and derivatives. Saxitoxins, gonyautoxins, and derivatives are compounds with a structure based on a 2,6-diamino-4-methyl-pyrrolo[1,2-c]purin-10-ol skeleton.
No indication of carcinogenicity to humans (not listed by IARC).
Uses/Sources
Decarbamoylgonyautoxin I is a paralytic marine toxin found in various shellfish. Ingestion of gonyautoxins such as Decarbamoylgonyautoxin I causes paresthesia (numbness), paralysis, and in extreme cases, respiratory arrest.
