(R)-±-Phellandrene

CAS: 4221-98-1

Ref. 3D-EAA22198

Product Information

• Name: (R)-±-Phellandrene
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: (R)-±-Phellandrene is a reactive monoterpene hydrocarbon with a pyrylium group. It can be found in volatile oils and plant resins such as the leaves of peppermint, thyme, and rosemary. This compound has been shown to have antimicrobial activity against bacteria, fungi, and viruses. (R)-±-Phellandrene has been shown to inhibit β-glucosidase, an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of glycosidic bonds in starch or glycogen to produce glucose. The hydrogen bonds formed between β-glucosidase and phellandrene are stronger than those formed between β-glucosidase and other substrates, which may account for its inhibition of this enzyme. (R)-±-Phellandrene also inhibits β-caryophyllene, an aromatic terpene that is related to the production of terpenes like limonene.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 136.13 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₀H₁₆
• Purity: Min. 65.0 Area-%
• Color/Form: Clear Liquid