University Chemistry ›› 2024, Vol. 39 ›› Issue (11): 174-181.doi: 10.12461/PKU.DXHX202402064

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Research Progress of Aflatoxins Removal by Modern Optical Methods

Yuyang Xu1, Ruying Yang1, Yanzhe Zhang1, Yandong Liu1, Keyi Li1, Zehui Wei1,2   

  1. 1 College of Pharmacy, Jiangsu Ocean University, Lianyungang 222005, Jiangsu Province, China;
    2 Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Marine Drug Screening, Lianyungang 222005, Jiangsu Province, China
  • Received:2024-02-28 Accepted:2024-05-10 Published:2024-11-09
  • Contact: Zehui Wei E-mail:wei.zehui@163.com

Abstract: Aflatoxins are toxic secondary metabolites mainly produced by Aspergillus fungi, which are easily generated during the transportation and storage of food, medicinal materials, and other products. These toxins have high carcinogenic effects on humans and animals, making them a global safety hazard. Researchers have long been developing various effective strategies to degrade aflatoxins in food and medicinal materials, including physical, chemical, and biological techniques. Among these, optical radiation elimination method has garnered significant attention due to their simple operation, low cost, high elimination efficiency, and non-destructive nature. This paper reviews the application of modern optical methods in the removal of aflatoxins, including ultraviolet, infrared, pulsed strong light, photocatalysis, plasma techniques, providing a reference for the development of efficient, convenient, safe, and controllable aflatoxins removal methods.

Key words: Aflatoxins, Optical elimination method, Research progress