Allyl Isothiocyanate
Level 4 — Significant concernsIn Winter's Dictionary
Allyl Isothiocyanate is a flavoring — Flavoring in mustard, horseradish, onion; antimicrobial agent in packaged foods
Also: AIT, Volatile Oil of Mustard, VOM, Mustard Oil
What it does
Flavoring in mustard, horseradish, onion; antimicrobial agent in packaged foods
Where you'll see it
Mustard, horseradish, onion, meat and spice flavorings, beverages, ice cream, ices, candy, condiments, meat, pickles; also used in war gas manufacture
What the research says
Can cause blisters and other skin problems. Toxic. Colorless or pale yellow with a pungent, irritating odor and acrid taste.
Regulatory status
- Notes: Mitsubishi GRAS notification accepted; FDA no questions
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): Can cause blisters and other skin problems. Toxic. Also used in the manufacture of war gas