Compound Monograph

Cymol

An aromatic monoterpene (p-cymene) and essential-oil constituent found in damiana.

Classification

Cymol 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? (1)

Cymol is one of the monoterpenes, found in Damiana.