γ-Terpinene

Molecular formula

C₁₀ H₁₆

Molar mass

136.24 g

Physical state

liquid

Solubility

hard to dissolve in water

Occurrence

gamma-terpinene is found in the essential oil of lemons, bergamots, and limes, but also in the oils of caraway, cumin, coriander, marjoram, oregano, nutmeg, and thyme.

Medicinal properties

This terpene has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.