Compound Monograph
Acetyl-beta-boswellic acid
A pentacyclic triterpene acid from frankincense resin, one of the four main boswellic acids; studied for anti-inflammatory and antiproliferative activity, though generally less potent than its 11-keto analogue AKBA.
Classification
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? (1)
Acetyl-beta-boswellic acid is one of the triterpenes, found in Frankincense.