DON (Vomitoxin)
DON testing is essential for protecting the quality and safety of cereal grains, animal feed and grain-based food products. Deoxynivalenol (DON), also known as vomitoxin, is a trichothecene mycotoxin produced by Fusarium fungi that commonly contaminates wheat, barley, oats, maize, rye and other cereal crops. Because DON remains highly stable throughout storage, milling and food processing, reliable testing is critical for identifying contamination before products enter the food or feed supply chain. R-Biopharm Australia’s comprehensive DON testing portfolio combines rapid screening assays, quantitative immunoassays and advanced sample preparation technologies to deliver accurate, dependable results for routine quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
Protect Grain Quality from Harvest to Processing
Unlike many contaminants, DON can be present long before grain reaches the processing plant. Infection by Fusarium fungi typically occurs in the field, and once the toxin is produced it can persist throughout storage, milling and cooking. Routine DON testing helps grain handlers, flour mills, maltsters, feed manufacturers and food processors identify contamination early, maintain product quality and reduce the risk of contaminated grain entering production.
Testing Solutions Built for Modern Grain Laboratories
Every laboratory has unique throughput and analytical requirements. R-Biopharm Australia’s DON testing portfolio includes RIDA®QUICK lateral flow devices for rapid on-site grain screening, RIDASCREEN® ELISA assays for accurate quantitative laboratory analysis, and DONPREP® and MULTI-DON MS-PREP® immunoaffinity columns for sample clean-up before HPLC or LC-MS/MS confirmation. This complete workflow enables laboratories to select the right technology for routine screening, regulatory compliance or confirmatory analysis.
Learn More About RIDA®Quick DON & The RIDA®Smart App
Product Portfolio
Ordering Information
| Ref | Description | Number of Tests/Amount | |
|---|---|---|---|
| R5906 | RIDASCREEN® DON | Microtitre Plate with 96 Wells (12 Strips with 8 Wells Each) | |
| R5905 | RIDASCREEN®FAST DON SC | Microtitre Plate with 48 Wells (6 Strips with 8 Wells Each) | |
| R5901 / R5902 | RIDASCREEN®FAST DON | R5901 : Microtitre Plate with 96 Wells (12 Strips with 8 Wells Each) R5902 : Microtitre Plate with 48 Wells (6 Strips with 8 Wells Each) |
Ordering Information
| Ref | Description | Number of Tests/Amount | |
|---|---|---|---|
| R5911 | RIDA®QUICK DON RQS ECO | 20 x Test Strips |
Ordering Information
| Ref | Description | Number of Tests/Amount | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TC-QP2100-50 | QualiT Pure™ Multi-Ergot Alkaloid MS | 50 Columns (Syringe Format) | |
| TC-QP1000-50 | QualiT Pure™ Multi-Mycotoxin | 50 Columns (Syringe Format) | |
| TC-QP1100-50 | QualiT Pure™ Multi-tox MS | 50 Columns (Syringe Format) | |
| RBRP73 / RBRP73B | DZT MS-PREP® | RBRP73 : 10 Immunoaffinity Columns (1mL Format) RBRP73B : 50 Immunoaffinity Columns (1mL Format) | |
| RBRP50 / RBRP50B | DONPREP® | RBRP50 : 10 Columns (3mL Format) RBRP50B : 50 Columns (3mL Format) |
Supporting Food, Feed and Export Confidence
Monitoring DON offers several key benefits. It protects consumers by identifying contaminated grains before they enter the human food supply. It safeguards animal health by preventing exposure to toxic feed, supporting better growth performance and welfare. It also helps producers meet regulatory requirements and maintain consistent product quality. With the support of advanced analytical methods, manufacturers can reliably detect DON across a wide range of plant-based materials, ensuring high accuracy and confidence in their safety controls.
Trusted Solutions for One of the World’s Most Common Mycotoxins
Managing DON contamination requires dependable analytical methods, practical laboratory workflows and responsive technical support. Backed by globally recognised technologies and local Australian expertise, R-Biopharm Australia’s DON testing portfolio helps laboratories strengthen grain quality programs, support food and feed safety, and confidently manage one of the most widespread mycotoxin risks affecting cereal production.
Technology That Keeps Grain Testing Moving
Reliable DON analysis depends on efficient laboratory workflows as much as accurate assays. R-Biopharm Australia’s technology portfolio includes the ThunderBolt® automated ELISA platform for high-throughput immunoassay processing and the RIDA®SMART APP for objective interpretation of quantitative lateral flow tests. Together with our specialised sample preparation products, these technologies help laboratories improve efficiency, reduce manual handling and deliver reproducible results across high-volume grain testing programs.
