Compound Monograph
alpha-Thujene
A bicyclic monoterpene hydrocarbon contributing a warm, woody-herbaceous note to many essential oils; largely an aroma component with limited independent pharmacological data.
Classification
alpha-Thujene is one of the monoterpenes, 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? (3)
alpha-Thujene is one of the monoterpenes, found in Coriander, Feverfew and Frankincense.