👉 Picrotin is a chemical compound that is used as a pigment in paints, varnishes and other finishes. It is also known as picrophilin or microfilin and is found in bacteria and fungi. The structure of picrotin consists of an amino acid group (also called the "p") attached to a hydroxyl group (also called the "-i"). This compound is used because it can be easily dissolved in water, making it useful for creating thin films or coatings
