Type of Compound: Terpenoid
Medical Properties:
Anti-inflammatory
Emollient
Reduces seizures
Gastro-protective
Description: Isopulegol is a chemical precursor to menthol, and has a variety of promising routes for therapeutic research. Studies have shown that isopulegol possesses gastroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects, and reduces the severity of seizures in animal models.
Boiling Point (F): 352 – 420
Boiling Point (C): 178 – 216
Melting Point (F): 172
Melting Point (C): 78
Concentration (% of dry weight):
Relative Content (%):
Chemical Formula: C10H18
IUPAC Name: (1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropenyl-5-methylcyclohexan