Description
p-Mentha-1,8-dien-7-ol has a characteristic odor similar to linalool
and terpineol. The L-form is obtained starting from (3-pinene or by
reducing perillic aldehyde with zinc dust and acetic acid, followed
by saponification of the acetate.
Chemical Properties
clear colorless to light yellow liquid
Chemical Properties
p-Mentha-1,8-dien-7-ol has a characteristic odor similar to linalool and terpineol.
Occurrence
The d- and l-forms occur naturally in gingergrass essential oil; the l-form is found in lavandin and bergamot,
while the d-form is found in caraway; also reported found in the essential oils of Juniperus sabina L. and East Indian geranium. Also
reported found in citrus peel oils, berries, peppermint oil, Scotch peppermint oil, hop oil, cardamom, laurel, lemon balm, lamb’s let tuce, mastic gum oil and bullock’s head (Annona reticulata).
Uses
(4-(Prop-1-en-2-yl)cyclohex-1-en-1-yl)methanol is used in preparation of perilla alcohol leaf alcohol carbonate as perfume.
Uses
antineoplastic, apoptosis inducer; skin irritant, LD50(rat) 2100 mg/kg po
Preparation
The l-form is obtained starting from β-pinene or by reducing perillic aldehyde with zinc dust and acetic acid, followed
by saponification of the acetate.
Definition
ChEBI: A limonene monoterpenoid consists of a cyclohexene ring substituted by a hydroxymethyl and a prop-1-en-2-yl group at positions 1 and 4 respectively. It is a constituent of a variety of essential oils including lavender.
Aroma threshold values
Detection: 7 ppm
Safety Profile
Moderately toxic by ingestion. A severe skin irritant. Combustible liquid. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
