Compound Monograph
delta-3-Carene
A bicyclic monoterpene with a sweet, pungent, resinous-pine aroma, common in conifer resins, pepper and many essential oils; contributes scent and shows mild anti-inflammatory activity.
Classification
delta-3-Carene 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? (5)
delta-3-Carene is one of the monoterpenes, found in Angelica, Black pepper, Cannabis and 2 other sources.