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p-Cymene: A
volatile hydrocarbon that occurs in anise, coriander, cumin, mace, oregano and
eucalyptus.
p-Cymene is used in flavoring of beverages, cakes and
confectionery as well as in fragrances.
P-Cymene could be an irritant to the skin and in higher
concentrations can cause blistering. If ingested in significant concentrations
it can cause nausea, a burning sensation in the mouth and skin of the throat,
headaches and giddiness, and in extreme cases loss of consciousness or coma. |