Compound Monograph

Isobornyl 2-methylbutanoate

A monoterpene ester (isobornyl ester) contributing to essential-oil aroma, reported in feverfew.

Classification

Isobornyl 2-methylbutanoate 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)

Isobornyl 2-methylbutanoate is one of the monoterpenes, found in Feverfew.