A toxic chemical compound found in cashew nut shell oil, used historically in insecticides and wood treatments.
From Portuguese caju (cashew) plus the suffix -ol used for chemical compounds containing hydroxyl groups.
Cardol is why handling raw cashew nuts can burn your skin—the shell contains this nasty chemical that manufacturers have to carefully remove, which is why raw cashews in shells are rarely sold but roasted ones are safe.
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