
1,8-cineole
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1,8-cineole (Eucalyptol) is a natural component, terpenoid oxide or monoterpene that is mainly obtained from the plant Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) belonging to the Myrtaceae family. 1,8-Dihydroxy-10-carboxy-p-menthane, 2-hydroxy-cineole and 3-hydroxy-cineole are the main metabolites of eucalyptol. It is also found in all mint species and in...