What is the toxic substance in mustard oil?
                                
                                
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                                According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), expressed mustard oil is not safe for human consumption due to high levels of erucic acid. This monounsaturated fatty acid is the primary toxic substance in mustard oil that has led to health concerns and regulatory bans in several countries.