[A mycotoxin produced by Fusarium moniliforme. It is a contaminant of cereals, especially corn. It has been epidemiologically linked to high incidence of human esophageal cancer in South Africa and China and to hepatocarcinogenesis in animal models. ( NCI )] (UMLS (NCI) C0060836) =Organic Chemical; Hazardous or Poisonous Substance ;