Compound Monograph

Sandaracopimaric acid

A diterpene resin acid found in pine and other conifers, contributing to oleoresin composition.

Classification

Sandaracopimaric 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)

Sandaracopimaric acid is one of the diterpenes, found in Pine.