alpha-Tomatine is a compound with the chemical formula C50H83NO21. alpha-Tomatine belongs to the steroidal glycosides, a subclass of steroids and steroid derivatives within the organic compounds. With an average molecular weight of 1,034 g/mol, alpha-Tomatine is a heavy molecule.
This substance is found in or released from 18 recorded sources across several diverse sectors. Within the realm of electrical and electronic equipment, it is associated with batteries, capacitors, printed circuit boards, wires and cables, and cell phones, among two other sources. In the food, food processing and cookware sector, it is linked to food packaging and the preparation of vinegar, wine, or sparkling wine. It is also found in the textiles, leather and furnishings sector, specifically in carpets, rugs, and synthetic textiles. Other recorded sources include lubricants from the energy, oil and gas sector, medical devices from the healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products sector, and tobacco smoke filters and cigar cigarettes from the household cleaning and consumer products sector. Additionally, it is present in two other unnamed sectors. Recorded exposure routes for alpha-Tomatine include oral, inhalation, and touch.
Belongs to the class of organic compounds known as steroidal saponins. These are saponins in which the aglycone moiety is a steroid. The steroidal aglycone is usually a spirostane, furostane, spirosolane, solanidane, or curcubitacin derivative.
