Term Name: (+)-nootkatone
Synonyms: (+)-nootkatone, (4R,4aS,6R)-4,4a-dimethyl-6-(prop-1-en-2-yl)-4,4a,5,6,7,8-hexahydronaphthalen-2(3H)-one, nootkatone
Definition: A sesquiterpenoid that is 4,4a,5,6,7,8-hexahydronaphthalen-2(3H)-one which is substituted by methyl groups at positions 4 and 4a, and by an isopropenyl group at position 6 (the 4R,4aS,6R stereoisomer).
Ontology: ChEBI [CHEBI:81377]  ( EBI )

Relationships
is a type of: carbobicyclic compound enone sesquiterpenoid
has_role: fragrance insect repellent plant metabolite