Compound Monograph
Turmerone
Turmerone is a sesquiterpene ketone and major aromatic constituent of turmeric essential oil.
Classification
Turmerone is one of the sesquiterpenes, 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)
Turmerone is one of the sesquiterpenes, found in Turmeric.