Compound Monograph
Neoabietinic acid
A diterpene resin acid of the abietane type found in pine.
Classification
Neoabietinic acid is one of the diterpenes, 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)
Neoabietinic acid is one of the diterpenes, found in Pine.