Compound Monograph
Bornyl acetate
A monoterpene ester with a piney, camphoraceous aroma found in many essential oils.
Classification
Bornyl acetate 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? (4)
Bornyl acetate is one of the monoterpenes, found in Chaste Tree, Feverfew, Fish Mint and 1 other source.