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Is pure tung oil edible for humans?

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According to toxicology reports, ingesting pure tung oil can cause acute poisoning due to its toxic tung acids, which have a strong irritant effect on the gastrointestinal tract. This makes understanding the crucial difference between a cured 'food-safe' finish and an edible product vital before using pure tung oil on food-contact items.