Compound Monograph

d-Pinene

A bicyclic monoterpene and major pine-scented essential-oil constituent found in fennel.

Classification

d-Pinene 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)

d-Pinene is one of the monoterpenes, found in Fennel.