produces odorous compounds thujopsene, 3-octanone, nerolidol, 1-octen-3-ol and phenethyl alcohol
transformation of corticosteroids
Biosafety Level
1
Biosafety classification is based on U.S. Public Health Service Guidelines, it is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that their facilities comply with biosafety regulations for their own country.
Holland HL, et al. Formation of 5 alpha steroids by biotransformation involving the 5 alpha-reductase activity of Penicillium decumbens. Steroids 59: 642-647, 1994. PubMed: 7701540
Holland HL, et al. Biotransformation of corticosteroids by Penicillium decumbens ATCC 10436. Steroids 60: 646-469, 1995. PubMed: 8545855
Halim AF, et al. Odorous constituents of Penicillium decumbens. Mycologia 67: 1158-1165, 1975. PubMed: 55967
