Sabinene

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Sabinene is a natural monoterpene that is used in the perfume industry due to its pleasant smell. It is named after the conifer genus Sabinene, from which it was first isolated. Sabinene is found in a variety of plants including Norway spruce, Holm oak, and Myristica fragrans (nutmeg). It is also found in the essential oils of many other plants.

Chemistry

Sabinene is a hydrocarbon with the molecular formula C10H16. It is a member of the terpene family, which are a large and diverse class of organic compounds produced by a variety of plants. Sabinene is a monoterpene, which means it consists of two isoprene units. It is a cyclic compound with a ten-membered ring, which is relatively rare in nature.

Biosynthesis

The biosynthesis of sabinene involves the mevalonate pathway, which is the metabolic pathway that produces isoprene, the building block of terpenes. The key enzyme in this pathway is geranyl pyrophosphate synthase, which catalyzes the condensation of isopentenyl pyrophosphate and dimethylallyl pyrophosphate to form geranyl pyrophosphate, the precursor of sabinene.

Uses

Sabinene is used in the perfume industry due to its pleasant smell. It is also used in aromatherapy for its calming and soothing properties. In addition, sabinene has been studied for its potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Safety

As with all essential oils, sabinene should be used with caution. It can cause skin irritation and should not be used undiluted. Ingestion of sabinene can cause nausea and vomiting.

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