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Sinigrin is a glucosinolate compound found in plants such as mustard, horseradish, and cabbage. When the plant tissue is damaged, sinigrin is hydrolyzed by enzymes to produce allyl isothiocyanate, which gives these plants their characteristic pungent taste and odor.

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