allyl isothiocyanate

See also: allylisothiocyanate

English

Noun

allyl isothiocyanate (uncountable)

1. (organic chemistry) A mildly toxic pungent compound, C₃H₅NCS, obtained from the seeds of black mustard (Brassica nigra) or prepared synthetically, used as an animal repellent, etc.

Synonyms

• (C₃H₅NCS): mustard oil

Translations

compound C₃H₅NCS — see mustard oil