| Description |
(+)-neoisopulegol is a member of the class of compounds known as menthane monoterpenoids. Menthane monoterpenoids are monoterpenoids with a structure based on the o-, m-, or p-menthane backbone. P-menthane consists of the cyclohexane ring with a methyl group and a (2-methyl)-propyl group at the 1 and 4 ring position, respectively. The o- and m- menthanes are much rarer, and presumably arise by alkyl migration of p-menthanes (+)-neoisopulegol is slightly soluble (in water) and an extremely weak acidic compound (based on its pKa). (+)-neoisopulegol can be found in ginger, peppermint, and spearmint, which makes (+)-neoisopulegol a potential biomarker for the consumption of these food products. |
