Diallyl disulfide
Where is Diallyl disulfide found?
Diallyl disulfide is a compound derived from garlic and a few other plants belonging to the Alliaceae plant family. Garlic as well as highly diluted diallyl disulfide is used as a flavoring in food.
How can you avoid contact with Diallyl disulfide?
Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:
• Diallyl disulfide
• 4,5-dithia-1,7-octadiene
• Garlicin
• DADS
What are some products that may contain Diallyl disulfide?
Garlic
Diallyl disulfide
Garlic- or diallyl disulfide-flavored food
Note
Avoid skin contact or at least wear protective gloves while handling garlic and garlicor diallyl disulfide-flavored food.
A clinician's point of view.
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For additional information about products that might contain Diallyl disulfide, visit the Consumer Product Information Database. These lists are brief and provide just a few examples. They are not comprehensive. Product formulations also change frequently. Read product labels carefully and talk to your doctor if you have any questions. These are general guidelines. Talk to your doctor for more specific instructions.
