Compound Monograph
Ginkgol
An alkylphenol (anacardic-acid-related phenolic) reported in cashew and related plants.
Classification
Ginkgol is one of the phenolic acids, part of the phenolics class. Antioxidant compounds built around one or more phenol rings — the flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, coumarins, and pigments behind much of a plant's protective chemistry.
Where Does It Come From? (1)
Ginkgol is one of the phenolic acids, found in Cashew.