Terpinolene

Molecular formula

C₁₀ H₁₆

Molar mass

136.23 g

Physical state

liquid

Solubility

virtually insoluble in water

Occurrence

Terpinolene mainly occurs in parsnip oil (40-70%), but also in hemp and grapevine, in conifers, rosemary, and lilac, with a typically woody scent.

Medicinal properties

This substance may have antimicrobial properties and acts as an antioxidant. In addition, investigations are underway whether terpinolene has the potential to inhibit the proliferation of cancer cells.