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Methyl allyl disulfide

Methyl 2-propenyl disulfide

Allyl methyl disulfide · 4,5-Dithia-1-hexene

Aliphatic alkene disulfide · C₄H₈S₂

Chemical structure of Methyl allyl disulfide
2D structure PubChem / NCI CIR

Chemical info

CAS number CAS
2179-58-0
Molecular formula
C₄H₈S₂
Molecular weight
120.24 g/mol
Aroma
Pungent garlic, strongly sulfurous. A characteristic constituent of garlic oil.

Safety

Limited data · Trace constituent

Methyl allyl disulfide is a sulfide from garlic. No published data on skin reactions or toxicity.

Anticancer activity. The compound significantly reduced NDEA-induced forestomach tumors and pulmonary adenomas in mice. It also inhibited benzo[a]pyrene-induced stomach and lung neoplasia when given prior to carcinogen challenge.

Usage guidelines

Concern level
Limited data
Application
Food flavoring compound

Found in essential oils

Principal sources
Garlic3.9 – 12.2 %

Notes

Methyl allyl disulfide is one of several sulfur compounds producing the characteristic aroma and bioactivity of garlic.