Compound Monograph
ar-turmerone
An aromatic sesquiterpene ketone and major component of turmeric essential oil.
Classification
ar-turmerone is one of the sesquiterpenes, 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)
ar-turmerone is one of the sesquiterpenes, found in Turmeric.