Allyl propyl disulfide
Agent Name
Allyl propyl disulfide
CAS Number
2179-59-1
Formula
C6-H12-S2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
4,5-Dithia-1-octene; Allyl propyl disulphide; Disulfide, 2-propenyl propyl; Disulfide, allyl propyl; Propenyl propyl disulfide; [ChemIDplus] UN8027
Category
Sulfur Compounds
Description
Pale-yellow liquid with a strong & irritating onion-like odor. [Note: The chief volatile component of onion oil.] [NIOSH]
Sources/Uses
The main volatile oil in onions, it is used as a food flavoring agent. [ACGIH]
Comments
One of the allergens in garlic; [Kanerva, p. 1747] A lachrymator; [HSDB] A dermal sensitizer; [ACGIH]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Skin Designation (ACGIH)
Insufficient data
TLV (ACGIH)
0.5 ppm
PEL (OSHA)
2 ppm
MAK
2 ppm
Vapor Pressure
0.39 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
Flash point = 133 deg F;
Adverse Effects
Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Lachrymator
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: