Cucurbitacin B (CED0006678)

Cucurbitacin B belongs to the cucurbitacins, a subclass of steroids and steroid derivatives within the organic compounds. With an average molecular weight of 558.70 g/mol, Cucurbitacin B is a heavy molecule. It is characterized by the chemical formula C32H46O8 and is classified within the superclass of lipids and lipid-like molecules. In industrial applications, this compound serves as a softener and conditioner. It has been identified in 14 recorded sources across several sectors. Within the electrical and electronic equipment sector, it is found in cell phones, capacitors, wires and cables, batteries, and printed circuit boards, among one other source. Its presence is also noted in the food, food processing and cookware sector, specifically in food packaging and the preparation of vinegar. In the textiles, leather and furnishings sector, it is associated with carpets, rugs, and synthetic textiles. Additionally, it is found in medical devices within the healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products sector. In the energy, oil and gas sector, as well as in industrial manufacturing and chemical processing, it is used in lubricants. It is also found in one other sector. Recorded routes of exposure for Cucurbitacin B include inhalation, oral ingestion, and touch.