Ascaridole (CED0010951)

Ascaridole is an organic compound with the chemical formula C10H16O2 and an average molecular weight of 168.23 g/mol. Ascaridole belongs to the 1,2-dioxanes, a subclass of dioxanes within the organic compounds. This compound is present in polyethylene terephthalate plastics and has been identified in or released from 20 recorded sources across several sectors. Within electrical and electronic equipment, it is found in capacitors, batteries, cell phones, printed circuit boards, wires and cables, and four additional items. In the category of household cleaning and consumer products, ascaridole is associated with perfumes within detergents and soaps, soap detergents, and cigar cigarettes. Its presence in food, food processing and cookware includes food preservation and food packaging. Additionally, it is found in synthetic textiles, carpets and rugs within the textiles, leather and furnishings sector, as well as in lubricants in the energy, oil and gas sector and medical devices in the healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products sector. Two more sectors have also recorded the presence of the compound. Recorded exposure routes for ascaridole include touch, oral, and inhalation.