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fenchone

A carbobicyclic compound that is fenchane in which the hydrogens at position 2 are replaced by an oxo group. It is a component of essential oil from fennel (Foeniculum vulgare).

ChEBI ID: 4999

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(1S,4R)-fenchoneA fenchone that has 1S,4R stereochemistry. A colourless, oily liquid found in fennel oil, it is used in perfumery and as flavour in foods.
(1R,4S)-fenchoneA fenchone that has (1R,4S)-stereochemistry. It is a constituent of the essential oils obtained from fennel.plant metabolite

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