diallyl disulfide
chemical compound
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Diallyl disulfide is an organosulfur compound containing two sulfur atoms. It is found in garlic and contributes to its characteristic odor. While not naturally occurring in intact garlic, it is formed when garlic is processed, such as by distillation with water.12
Disulfides, in general, are compounds with a sulfur-sulfur bond. This bond plays a crucial role in biological molecules like proteins, influencing their structure and function. In some cases, disulfides are used as flavoring agents.132
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