North and South apricots are poisonous when broken.

North and South apricots are also called bitter almonds and have a certain degree of toxicity. Bitter almonds contain amygdalin, which can be hydrolyzed by enzymes in almonds and decomposed into benzoic acid and hydrocyanic acid. Hydrogen cyanide is toxic and remains toxic even if broken, without changing its chemical properties.

Cooked apricots are non-toxic, can relieve cough and reduce phlegm, and have a laxative effect.