Compound Monograph
Menthyl acetate
A monoterpene ester from peppermint oil contributing to its minty, fruity aroma.
Classification
Menthyl acetate 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)
Menthyl acetate is one of the monoterpenes, found in Peppermint.