Wood tar is an additive in the flavoring of candy, alcohol, and other foods. The byproducts of wood tar are charcoal and turpentine.
Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:
• Caswell No. 904
• EINECS 232-450-0
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code
• 067206
• FEMA No. 2967
• FEMA No. 2968
• Pyroligneous acid
• Pyroligneous acid extract
• Pyroligneous acids
• Pyroligneous vinegar
• Wood Tar
• Wood vinegar
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For additional information about products that might contain Wood tar mix, 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.