Compound Monograph
3-Acetyl-beta-boswellic acid
An acetylated pentacyclic triterpene acid from frankincense resin, one of the boswellic acids contributing to its anti-inflammatory activity through inhibition of 5-lipoxygenase.
Classification
3-Acetyl-beta-boswellic acid is one of the triterpenes, part of the terpenoids class. The largest class of plant compounds, built from five-carbon isoprene units — the essential-oil aromatics, resins, bitter principles, saponins, and plant sterols.
Where Does It Come From? (2)
3-Acetyl-beta-boswellic acid is one of the triterpenes, found in Boswellia serrata and Frankincense.
Boswellia serrata Frankincense Boswellia serrata