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α-Terpinene（Cat No.:I015090）, also known as Terpilene, is a monoterpene present in the essential oils of numerous foods and aromatic plants like Mentha piperita. This compound exhibits various beneficial properties, including its activity against Trypanosoma evansi, making it a potential treatment option for trypanosomosis. Additionally, α-Terpinene possesses antioxidant properties, aiding in the neutralization of harmful free radicals. Furthermore, it demonstrates antifungal activity, effectively combating fungal infections. Overall, α-Terpinene showcases its potential as a multifunctional compound with therapeutic applications.
| Catalog Number | I015090 |
| CAS Number | 99-86-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C₁₀H₁₆ |
| Purity | ≥95% |
| Storage | 2-8°C |
| IUPAC Name | 1-methyl-4-propan-2-ylcyclohexa-1,3-diene |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H16/c1-8(2)10-6-4-9(3)5-7-10/h4,6,8H,5,7H2,1-3H3 |
| InChIKey | YHQGMYUVUMAZJR-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | CC1=CC=C(CC1)C(C)C |
| Reference | [1]. Matheus D Baldissera, et al. In Vitro and in Vivo Action of terpinen-4-ol, γ-Terpinene, and α-Terpinene Against Trypanosoma Evansi. Exp Parasitol. 2016 Mar;162:43-8.<br>[2]. Patricia R Quiroga, et al. Contribution of Organic Acids to α-Terpinene Antioxidant Activity. Food Chem. 2019 Mar 30;277:267-272.<br>[3]. Johanna Rudbäck, et al. α-Terpinene, an Antioxidant in Tea Tree Oil, Autoxidizes Rapidly to Skin Allergens on Air Exposure. Chem Res Toxicol. 2012 Mar 19;25(3):713-21.<br>[4]. B Oliva, et al. Antimycotic Activity of Melaleuca Alternifolia Essential Oil and Its Major Components. Lett Appl Microbiol. 2003;37(2):185-7. |
