Compound Monograph

Diallyl sulfide

A volatile organosulfur compound from garlic and other alliums, formed from allicin; studied for antimicrobial activity and for modulating drug-metabolising liver enzymes.

Classification

Diallyl sulfide is one of the other constituents. Compounds outside the major chemical classes — nucleosides, simple amines, mixed volatile oils, and as-yet uncategorised constituents.

Where Does It Come From? (3)

Diallyl sulfide is one of the other constituents, found in Garlic, Leek and Onion.