phenethyl isothiocyanate

Definition of phenethyl isothiocyanate
National Cancer Institute

phenethyl isothiocyanate

(feh-NEH-thul I-soh-THY-oh-SY-uh-nayt)
A substance being studied in the prevention of cancer. It is a naturally occurring compound found in some cruciferous vegetables. Also called PEITC.

Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms