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Details

Stereochemistry RACEMIC
Molecular Formula C10H18O
Molecular Weight 154.2493
Optical Activity ( + / - )
Defined Stereocenters 0 / 1
E/Z Centers 0
Charge 0

SHOW SMILES / InChI
Structure of .ALPHA.-TERPINEOL

SMILES

CC1=CCC(CC1)C(C)(C)O

InChI

InChIKey=WUOACPNHFRMFPN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI=1S/C10H18O/c1-8-4-6-9(7-5-8)10(2,3)11/h4,9,11H,5-7H2,1-3H3

HIDE SMILES / InChI

Molecular Formula C10H18O
Molecular Weight 154.2493
Charge 0
Count
MOL RATIO 1 MOL RATIO (average)
Stereochemistry RACEMIC
Additional Stereochemistry No
Defined Stereocenters 0 / 1
E/Z Centers 0
Optical Activity ( + / - )

Description

Alpha-terpineol is a monoterpene found in the essential oils of several aromatic plant species. It has an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. alpha-Terpineol is a fragrance ingredient used in decorative cosmetics, fine fragrances, shampoos, toilet soaps, and other toiletries as well as in non-cosmetic products such as household cleaners and detergents. alpha-Terpineol was approved by the FDA as a flavor.

Originator

Approval Year

Targets

Primary TargetPharmacologyConditionPotency
5.0 mM [IC50]

Conditions

ConditionModalityTargetsHighest PhaseProduct
Preventing
Unknown
Primary
Unknown
Preventing
Unknown

PubMed

Patents

Sample Use Guides

In Vivo Use Guide
α-Terpineol was given at doses of 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg, once daily for 7 days post ischemia.
Route of Administration: Intraperitoneal
In Vitro Use Guide
The rate of glucuronidation of 0.5 mM alpha-terpineol by human embryonic kidney 293 cells expressing UDP-glucuronosyltransferase 1.4 protein is 25 pmol/min/mg protein.
Substance Class Chemical
Record UNII
21334LVV8W
Record Status Validated (UNII)
Record Version