Compound Monograph

Zingiberol Acetate

Terpenoids Sesquiterpenes Natural (plant-derived)

Zingiberol acetate is the acetate ester of zingiberol, a minor sesquiterpene constituent of ginger.

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Where Does It Come From?

Zingiberol Acetate is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene ester, found in Ginger.

Concentration

Content by Source

Concentrations not reported. No percent-dry-weight or mg/g figures have been published for this compound in its source plants.

Research & Evidence

Zingiberol acetate is the acetate ester of the ginger sesquiterpene alcohol zingiberol, occurring as a minor aroma constituent of ginger (Zingiber officinale). Essentially nothing is established about it beyond its identity as one of the trace volatile components of the spice.