Compound Monograph

Neomenthol

A monoterpene alcohol stereoisomer of menthol found in peppermint essential oil.

Classification

Neomenthol 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)

Neomenthol is one of the monoterpenes, found in Peppermint.